Preventing energy loss in windows

Mechanical engineers are developing technologies that could prevent heat from entering or escaping windows, potentially preventing a massive loss of energy.

How strong is your knot?

With help from spaghetti and color-changing fibers, a new mathematical model predicts a knot’s stability.

MLA-150 is unpacked and moved into the cleanroom

The new MLA-150, a direct-write laser system that can expose UV sensitive photoresist on wafers or masks, has arrived at MIT.nano and we unpacked it today! See the whole process in this nine-image photo story.

MLA-150 arrives at MIT.nano

The new MLA-150 for MIT.nano's cleanroom has arrived by air freight. Installation will be in progress throughout the month of January. The tool will be located on the first floor.

Microsystems Annual Research Conference 2020

The Microsystems Annual Research Conference (MARC) is a two-day event celebrating the scientific achievements of students and staff pursuing research at the frontiers of micro/nanotechnology at MIT.

Exploring the fan deck infrastructure

Three undergraduate students in course 3.155J/6.152J went on one of the in-depth small tours of MIT.nano, exploring the infrastructure to see what makes the lab run.