I believe in progress...
From Henrietta Lacks to our shared future of humanity...bravo...keep going❣️
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Quantum computers could someday solve pressing problems that are too convoluted for classical computers, such as modeling complex molecular interactions to streamline drug discovery and materials development.
But to build a superconducting quantum computer that is large and resilient enough for real-world applications, scientists must precisely engineer thousands of quantum circuits so they perform operations with the lowest possible error rate.
To help scientists design more predictable circuits, researchers from MIT and Lincoln Laboratory developed a technique to measure a property that can unexpectedly cause a superconducting quantum circuit to deviate from its expected behavior. Their analysis revealed the source of these distortions, known as second-order harmonic corrections, leading to underperforming circuit architectures.
This illustration uses a layered sculpture to interpret a phenomenon that can cause a quantum circuit to perform differently than expected, increasing the error in computations.
Read more at MIT News. 🔗 in bio!
📸: Amy Pan and Sampson Wilcox
#quantumcomputing #qubits #circuits #electronics #physics
Did you know? Each year, more than 1,500 researchers rely on over 200 tools and instruments at MIT.nano to pursue experiments that span MIT’s disciplines, collectively generating 160,000 hours of work across 88,000 instances of tool use.
Managing such a dynamic environment requires more than a scheduling calendar. An automated reservation system serves as the connective tissue of the facility, balancing demand across diverse user needs while supporting the practical realities of a shared lab space.
Over the past three years, during a period of rapid growth in both equipment and facility usage, MIT.nano undertook a transition to a new platform designed to scale with demand while maintaining operational continuity. The NanoFab Equipment Management and Operations (NEMO) system centralizes scheduling, communication, and operational logistics into a single platform that manages tool reservations and user access while supporting facility growth.
Read more at MIT News. 🔗 in bio!
📸: Anton Grassl
#facilities #cleanroom #nanoscience #nanotechnology #engineering
PART B UAP:This audio recording contains air to ground communications and the NASA Public Affairs audio feed with commentary, recorded during the flight of the Gemini 7 mission. In this excerpted segment of audio, Astronaut Frank Borman reports to NASA mission control in Houston his sighting of an unidentified object, which he referred to as a "bogey." This sighting occurred on December 5, 1965. The dialogue includes Borman's initial report, as well as additional comments by Astronaut Jim Lovell, Borman's fellow crew member.
PART B - DECLASSIFIED - GEMINI 7 - UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Video edit: @ame_thsia
Audio Edit: Dep of War & NASA
#nasa #astronauts #declassified #space #science
UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT/NASA/DECLASSIFIED: This audio recording contains air to ground communications and the NASA Public Affairs audio feed with commentary, recorded during the flight of the Gemini 7 mission. In this excerpted segment of audio, Astronaut Frank Borman reports to NASA mission control in Houston his sighting of an unidentified object, which he referred to as a "bogey." This sighting occurred on December 5, 1965. The dialogue includes Borman's initial report, as well as additional comments by Astronaut Jim Lovell, Borman's fellow crew member.
PART A - DECLASSIFIED - UNIDENTIFIED
Video edit: @ame_thsia
Audio Edit: Dep of War & NASA
#nasa #astronauts #declassified #space #science
Wait til they get to our Memorial...
Conscripted at birth to be dismissed,
Mishandled,
Mislabeled,
Barcoded for stagnation,
Biological for innovation
Never giving up, while I be waiting
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Sometimes the best medicine comes with four legs and fur, according to Brenda Schafer Kennedy SM ’93. She’s the chief veterinarian for Canine Companions, which provides free assistance dogs to children, veterans, and adults with disabilities. The dogs can do everything from opening doors for wheelchair users to alerting deaf people to doorbells. More at the link in the bio. 🐶 🐾
A new cluster tool at MIT.nano introduces capabilities that will allow researchers to continue advancements in the performance of qubits, the minuscule building blocks of the quantum computer.
Passersby outside MIT.nano may have recently noticed a complex looking piece of equipment being installed on the first-floor cleanroom. What looks like a sci-fi movie prop is actually a state-of-the-art, custom-built molecular beam epitaxy (MBE): a physical vapor deposition system that operates under ultra-high vacuum to produce high-quality thin films.
With the ability to grow different crystalline materials on a wafer, the tool will support quantum researchers and materials scientists by allowing them to study how film growth affects the properties of the materials used in making qubits.
“This multi-chamber, cassette-loaded, 200-millimeter wafer MBE system is exactly the right tool at the right time,” says MIT Prof. William D. Oliver who directs the MIT Center for Quantum Engineering. “And there’s no place better to do this research than at MIT.nano.”
Pictured here is research scientist Patrick Strohbeen during installation of the MBE system at MIT.nano.
Read more at MIT News. 🔗 in bio!
📸: John Werner
#quantum #quantumcomputing #physics #materialsscience #qubits
Tried this amazing experiment with a dandelion, exploring osmosis and hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties. It’s incredible how our planet continues to amaze me—this simple plant reveals so many hidden “superpowers” we can learn from. Watching the changes happen in real time makes science feel alive and exciting. It’s a wonderful way to connect with nature while understanding important scientific concepts. I would highly recommend trying this with your children—it’s fun, educational, and inspiring. Moments like these remind us that nature is the best classroom, full of lessons waiting to be discovered.
#love #nature #instagood #instagram #STEM
🎓 School Spotlight: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, MIT is one of the world’s leading institutions in science, engineering, and innovation. Founded in 1861, MIT has been at the forefront of technological advancement for over 150 years, shaping industries from computing to aerospace.
⚙️ What makes MIT stand out?
* Home to cutting-edge research in AI, robotics, and engineering
* Strong entrepreneurial culture (MIT alumni founded companies like Intel, Dropbox, and Bose)
* Hands-on learning through programs like UROP (Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program)
🏆 Athletics & Campus Life
MIT competes in NCAA Division III as the Engineers, with a strong emphasis on balancing academics and athletics. Students are also deeply involved in clubs, hackathons, and collaborative projects that push innovation forward.
🤝 Why MIT students should join APUN
* Connect with students from other top polytechnic universities nationwide
* Collaborate on cross-campus research, projects, and competitions
* Access leadership opportunities and expand your professional network beyond MIT
🚀 Join APUN — where innovation meets collaboration.
In honor of Astronomy Day tomorrow, check out some photos from the MIT Alumni Travel Program’s trips to Hawaii, Finland, and Peru to witness the natural wonders of our universe, accompanied by MIT professor of planetary science Richard Binzel. Among recent visits include a private visit to NASA’s Infrared Telescope Facility in Hawaii; observing the Southern Skies’ Magellanic Clouds, Southern Cross, and the Southern Milky Way in Peru; and witnessing the Northern Lights in Finland. 🔭
Want to take part in other educational travel opportunities among fellow MIT alumni? The MIT Alumni Travel Program is now booking trips to Galapagos, Peru, and adding on another travel opportunity to see the total solar eclipse in the summer of 2027. Share with your fellow alumni and friends, and sign up at the link in the bio.
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Launch and Early Mission Phase (2024)
The Europa Clipper was successfully launched in October 2024 aboard a Falcon Heavy from Kennedy Space Center. After entering a trajectory around the Sun, the spacecraft began its initial commissioning phase. This included deploying its large solar arrays and activating core systems such as navigation and communication through NASA’s Deep Space Network. Early checks focused on ensuring the spacecraft’s stability and readiness for long-duration operations in deep space.
Instrument Calibration and Cruise Science (2025)
Throughout 2025, the spacecraft gradually powered on and calibrated its scientific instruments, including imaging systems, radar, and spectrometers designed to study Europa’s surface and subsurface ocean. Even while traveling through empty space, these instruments were tested using cosmic radiation, star fields, and interplanetary plasma. This phase ensured that all systems could produce accurate scientific data once the mission reaches its primary target.
Mars Flyby and Scientific Validation (2025)
In early 2025, Europa Clipper performed a gravity assist maneuver around Mars. This flyby not only adjusted its trajectory but also provided a valuable opportunity to test instruments in a real planetary environment. Observations of Mars helped validate imaging, plasma detection, and environmental sensing systems under more complex conditions than deep space alone.
Following the Mars flyby, the spacecraft continued its journey through interplanetary space. During this period, it conducted ongoing measurements of the solar wind, cosmic rays, and magnetic fields. Although secondary to the mission’s main objective, this data contributes to a broader understanding of the space environment shaped by the Sun, while also confirming the long-term stability of onboard instruments.
Earth Flyby and Full Science Rehearsal (December 2026)
In December 2026, Europa Clipper will perform a crucial gravity assist around Earth. This event serves as a full operational rehearsal, where all instruments are used together in sequences similar to those planned for Europa.
#space #universe #jupiter #nasa #moons
