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David L. Darmofal SM ’91, PhD ’93 is set to assume the role of MIT’s next vice chancellor for undergraduate and graduate education, starting February 17. Chancellor Melissa Nobles informed the MIT community today regarding Darmofal’s appointment in a letter. Darmofal takes over from Ian A. Waitz, who resigned in May to become MIT’s vice…

The neural network artificial intelligence models implemented in areas such as medical image analysis and voice recognition execute tasks on extraordinarily intricate data frameworks that necessitate a substantial amount of processing power. This is one of the factors contributing to the high energy consumption of deep-learning models. To enhance the efficiency of AI models, researchers…

Every cell within your body possesses the identical genetic sequence; however, each cell only activates a portion of those genes. These specific gene expression patterns per cell, which guarantee that a neuron differs from a dermal cell, are partly influenced by the three-dimensional arrangement of the genetic material, which regulates the availability of each gene.…

Drone performances are becoming a more prevalent method of showcasing large-scale luminosity displays. These events feature hundreds to thousands of flying devices, each designed to traverse specific trajectories that collectively create elaborate shapes and patterns in the air. When executed flawlessly, drone performances can be breathtaking. However, when one or more drones fail, as recently…

During his time in medical school, Matthew Dolan ’81 briefly entertained the idea of focusing on orthopedic surgery due to the materials science aspects of the field — yet he quickly recognized that he lacked the natural abilities necessary for that specialty. “To be candid — I can’t parallel park,” he jokes. “You can contemplate…

When discussing water consumption, the majority of us primarily think about the water we consume. However, industrial applications, such as manufacturing, account for billions of gallons of water daily. For example, producing a single iPhone, according to one estimate, necessitates over 3,000 gallons. Gradiant is dedicated to minimizing the global industrial water footprint. Established by…

Intensely dynamic explosions in the atmosphere are frequently linked to gamma-ray bursts. We now comprehend that these bursts emerge from either the amalgamation of two neutron stars or the implosion of a gigantic star. In these instances, a newly formed black hole is created, emitting a jet that travels at almost the speed of light.…

The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) recently revealed that MIT Associate Professor Evelina Fedorenko has been awarded the 2025 Troland Research Award for her pioneering contributions to comprehending the language network in the human brain. The Troland Research Award is bestowed each year to honor exceptional accomplishments by early-career researchers across the extensive field of…

If you’ve seen animations like Tom and Jerry, you’ll notice a recurring motif: A sly target evades a powerful foe. This scenario of “cat-and-mouse” — whether in a literal sense or not — consists of chasing something that narrowly slips away with each attempt. In much the same manner, escaping tenacious hackers presents an ongoing…

Campus & Community A household at School when home is distant First-year Emmanuel Muriuki (left) and Sheila Thimba, dean of administration and finance. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Nikki Rojas Harvard Staff Writer February 3, 2025 7 min read The initiative has linked participants and newcomer international students for over 40 years Every Thanksgiving, a small…

Undated image of Joseph Lindon Smith painting near the Sphinx at Giza. Courtesy of the Dublin Historical Society Arts & Culture An archaeological testament that functions as art Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff Writer February 3, 2025 3 min read Artist unveiled ancient Egyptian tomb’s mysteries through vibrant brushstrokes When artist Joseph Lindon Smith reached Giza…

Campus & Community Attending College with a ball in one hand and a bow in the other Bradford Dickson. Harvard Athletics Nicholas Economides Harvard Correspondent February 3, 2025 4 min read Bradford Dickson is a member of the Crimson water polo squad and also performs as a cellist at Harvard-Berklee Typically, Bradford Dickson wears a…

Campus & Community What a Hamm Seniors Ava Pallotta (left) and Jessica Zisk kiss performer Jon Hamm during his roast Friday at Farkas Hall as Hasty Pudding’s 2025 Man of the Year. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Anna Lamb Harvard Staff Writer February 2, 2025 3 min read Cinematic and television star enjoys some amusement as…

Arts & Culture Why are numerous novels situated at Harvard? Photos by Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Eileen O’Grady Harvard Staff Writer January 31, 2025 7 min read Beth Blum observes that the campus is a stunning, romantic locale perfect for exploring the clash between ideals and reality In Gabrielle Zevin’s 2022 novel “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow,…

Health Different day, different diagnosis? Research indicates a surge in ADHD diagnoses on Halloween, underscoring the implications of cognitive bias in healthcare. Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent January 31, 2025 6 min read Anupam B. Jena (left) and Christopher Worsham. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer In healthcare, obtaining an accurate diagnosis is the initial step. Nevertheless, numerous…

Robin Abrahams. Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community From sending thank-you notes to touching a colleague’s meal, she’s adjudicated on it all Harvard Business School’s Robin Abrahams — known as Miss Conduct — contemplates 20 years of etiquette shifts as she concludes her Globe advice column Anna Lamb Harvard Staff Writer January 30, 2025…

Nation & World Who is more lenient on crime? Democrats or Republicans? Justin de Benedictis-Kessner. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer January 30, 2025 7 min read Turns out neither side. New findings indicate that mayors from both parties are inconsistent in enacting effective policies. A plethora of Republican candidates and officials…

Nicholas Carr. Country & Global Who might rescue us from social media? At this moment, possibly just ourselves. Nicholas Carr contends it might be too late for oversight as platforms established dominance so swiftly, outpacing our capacity to identify detrimental impacts on society and democracy. January 29, 2025 long read Extracted from “Superbloom: How Technologies…

Malicious individuals have been seen focusing on Internet Information Services (IIS) servers in Asia as a component of a search engine optimization (SEO) tampering initiative aimed at installing BadIIS malware. “It is probable that the initiative is driven by financial gain, as rerouting users to illicit gambling sites indicates that the perpetrators utilize BadIIS for…

Zimbra has unveiled software upgrades to rectify significant security vulnerabilities in its Collaboration software that, if effectively exploited, might lead to data exposure under particular circumstances. This weakness, labeled as CVE-2025-25064, holds a CVSS rating of 9.8 out of a peak of 10.0. It has been characterized as an SQL injection defect within the ZimbraSync…

Threat perpetrators have been detected leveraging numerous vulnerabilities in diverse software applications, such as Progress Telerik UI for ASP.NET AJAX and Advantive VeraCore, to deploy reverse shells and web shells, thereby ensuring continuous remote access to the breached systems. The zero-day exploitation of vulnerabilities in VeraCore has been ascribed to a threat entity recognized as…

Cybersecurity analysts have discovered a couple of harmful machine learning (ML) models on Hugging Face that employed an unconventional method of “corrupted” pickle files to avoid detection. “The pickle files obtained from the specified PyTorch repositories disclosed the malicious Python content right at the start of the file,” ReversingLabs investigator Karlo Zanki stated in a…

A recent examination of DeepSeek’s mobile application for the Apple iOS platform has revealed significant security vulnerabilities, primarily highlighting that it transmits confidential information over the internet without any encryption, making it susceptible to interception and alteration attacks. This evaluation is conducted by NowSecure, which also discovered that the application does not comply with optimal…

The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has alerted that a security vulnerability affecting Trimble Cityworks GIS-focused asset management software is currently being actively exploited in real-world scenarios. The flaw referenced is CVE-2025-0994 (CVSS v4 scoring: 8.6), an issue related to deserialization of unreliable data that may allow an unauthorized individual to perform…

The principles for social engineering assaults – influencing individuals – may not have varied significantly over the years. It’s the methods – the way these strategies are executed – that are progressing. And similar to many sectors in today’s world, AI is hastening its advancement. This article investigates how these transformations are affecting enterprises, and…

Microsoft is cautioning against a hazardous practice in which software creators are utilizing publicly revealed ASP.NET machine keys from open resources, consequently exposing their applications to potential attackers. The technology conglomerate’s threat intelligence division reported that it detected minimal activity in December 2024 that involved an unidentified threat actor employing a publicly accessible, static ASP.NET

India’s primary monetary authority, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), announced that it will launch a distinct “bank.in” web domain for financial institutions in the nation to tackle online financial deception. “This effort seeks to mitigate cyber security risks and harmful actions such as phishing; along with facilitating secure financial services, thus bolstering confidence in…

Malicious entities have been noted taking advantage of recently unveiled security weaknesses in SimpleHelp’s Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) application as a precursor to what seems to be a ransomware offensive. The breach utilized the vulnerabilities, which have since been corrected, to obtain initial entry and sustain ongoing remote access to an unidentified target network,…

Utilizing information from two of New York’s most prominent grape-growing areas, investigators discovered that damages could amount to $1.5 million, $4 million, and $8.8 million in the initial, subsequent, and third years of infestation, correspondingly.

“Refuge from the Tempest: Creating (My) Space with The Torkelsons,” is scheduled for February 11.

Learners have the opportunity to participate in one of four hackathons this semester — two located on campus and two in New York City.

The research discovered measurable amounts of pollutants, including several that could elevate cancer risk, in each avian specimen collected across four states and nine ecological zones.

The milk sector may forfeit billions of dollars if President Trump enforces tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, and starts expelling undocumented migrants, according to a dairy economist who spoke at a gathering at Cornell last week.

Scientists have identified a crucial enzyme that enables Legionella to survive in both the surroundings and within the organism – which could serve as a potential target for therapies aimed at Legionnaires’ disease.

A research group at Cornell has created a collection of AI models that collectively address approximately 56% of the issues in a recognized problem set established in 2019.

The directive was the outcome of a thorough review lasting several months by the Biden administration concerning cyber intrusions by both criminals and foreign states over the last four years.

This year’s Cornell Concerto Competition celebrated three victorious students.

The Tompkins County initiative offers participants – a significant number of whom have encountered challenges to securing employment – a grounding in ecological understanding and practical skills that assists them in joining the job market.

Andrew Babbin endeavors to travel lightly for work assignments. In addition to his travel necessities, he also packs a roll of electrical tape, duct tape, lab tape, a set of cable ties, and several bungee cords. “It’s my MacGyver kit: You never know when you’ll need to create a quick fix in the field or…

Human endeavors continue to inject billions of tons of carbon dioxide into the environment annually, elevating global temperatures and provoking extreme climatic phenomena. While nations struggle with the repercussions of climate and seek substantial carbon emission reductions, numerous initiatives have been launched to enhance carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies that effectively extract carbon dioxide from…

David McGee, the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at MIT, has been recently appointed as the head of the MIT Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS), effective January 15. He takes over the position from Professor Robert van der Hilst, the Schlumberger Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences,…

Superconducting substances resemble the carpool lane on a busy highway. Just like passengers who share rides, paired electrons can evade the typical congestion, gliding through the material without any friction. However, akin to carpools, the flow of electron pairs is influenced by various factors, such as the concentration of pairs traversing the material. This “superfluid…

In India, numerous children employed in retail markets exhibit strong numeracy skills: They can swiftly carry out various calculations to finalize transactions. However, as a recent study indicates, these children frequently perform significantly worse on equivalent types of problems encountered in the educational environment. This occurs even though many of these students are currently attending…

According to the narrative, the Scottish creator James Watt conceived how steam engines ought to operate one day in 1765 while strolling through Glasgow Green, a park in his native city. Watt discovered that incorporating a distinct condenser in an engine would enable its primary cylinder to stay warm, rendering the engine both more efficient…

Throughout a career filled with groundbreaking product innovations, Doug Field’s contributions have influenced the experience of anyone who has ever utilized a MacBook Air, operated a Segway, or driven a Tesla Model 3. However, his latest endeavor stands as his most ambitious undertaking: transforming the Ford vehicle, one of the most emblematic inventions of the…

When individuals contemplate fiber optic cables, it’s typically in reference to their application in telecommunications and internet connectivity. However, fiber optic cables — strands of glass or plastic that facilitate the transmission of light — can serve an alternative function: imaging the Earth beneath us. Hilary Chang, a PhD student in the MIT Department of…

MIT senior Mishael Quraishi has been chosen as a 2025-26 Churchill Scholar and will pursue an MPhil in archaeological study at Cambridge University in the U.K. this autumn. Quraishi, majoring in material sciences and archaeology with a minor in ancient and medieval studies, envisions a future profession as a materials scientist, employing archaeological techniques to…

Eleven faculty members from MIT, comprising nine from the School of Engineering and two from the School of Science, received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). Moreover, fifteen additional alumni from MIT were also recognized. Instituted in 1996 by President Bill Clinton, the PECASE honors scientists and engineers “who demonstrate remarkable…

A partnership between Stanford scientists and Indonesian entities seeks to leverage marine food resources to enhance nutrition, food safety, and economic well-being.

On the identical fishing boat that Steinbeck utilized for his 1940 Sea of Cortez journey, college students explored both science and literature, fostering a greater understanding of the ocean.

During February, in honor of Black Liberation Month, various campus centers and departments will organize activities such as a pop-up store, a volunteer day at the farm, and additional events.

In order to enhance health plan effectiveness, Stanford scholars indicate that employer choices must extend beyond mere monetary advantages and disadvantages.

Through the aggregation of package management, Stanford’s innovative Mail and Package Services (MPS) initiative diminishes delivery congestion while enhancing the university’s sustainability objectives.

Based on recent studies, emissions of greenhouse gases, energy use, and water consumption are all significantly diminished when – rather than extracting new metals – batteries are repurposed.

This cohort is the inaugural group to be accepted following the previous year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding university admissions. Stanford will persist in and enhance its engagement efforts to promote diversity in a broadly interpreted manner.

Aspiration is an indicator of achievement. However, a recent research suggests that the reasons fueling it may also result in deception and dishonesty.

The sportspeople have collaborated with education expert Jo Boaler to assist learners in linking their passion for the sport with statistics.

A pioneer in the domain of solar physics for over half a century, Sturrock’s contributions encompassed electron optics, particle accelerators, astrophysics, and even the philosophy of science.

Magda Bader. Photos by Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Nation & World ‘It is regrettable to witness that 80 years later, this topic remains significant’ Christina Pazzanese Harvard Staff Writer February 7, 2025 4 min read At just 14, Magda Bader was sent to Auschwitz by the Nazis. Yet, her memories of losing her parents, a…

Photo composition by Liz Zonarich/Harvard Staff Campus & Community Roots of Indo-European? Diagnostic bias? Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 1 min read Have you been keeping up? Evaluate your understanding of this week’s Gazette with our news quiz. Shortage of primary care. New perspectives on history. An exceptional contribution. What stands out…

Science & Tech Even Bill Gates believes AI is somewhat intimidating Tech innovator visits campus with his latest memoir to discuss the elegance of mathematics, leaving university, founding Microsoft, and the significance of curiosity Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 5 min read Photos by Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Bill Gates recalls being…

The procession celebrating Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year Cynthia Erivo made its way through Harvard Square on Wednesday. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Campus & Community A ‘Wicked’ delightful experience Nikki Rojas Harvard Staff Writer February 6, 2025 3 min read Actor and musician Cynthia Erivo acknowledged as Hasty’s 2025 Woman of the Year Cynthia…

Science & Tech What triggers genetic adaptation? Inquire with a finch. Bohao Fang with a house finch during a study trip in Kirtland, New Mexico. Photo by Kelsie Lopez Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent February 6, 2025 4 min read Pioneering pangenomic research indicates significant DNA alteration may have enabled the small bird to resist certain…

“`html Country & Globe Peril Ahead Ahead of his lecture at Harvard on Thursday, former national security official Ben Rhodes talked with the Gazette regarding global trade, hotspots like Syria and Gaza, along with the status of U.S. relations with China, Russia, and other countries. AP images by Deccio Serrano (from left), Maxim Shipenkov, Omar…

Science & Tech Significant research uncovers origins of Indo-European languages spoken by 40% of the global population Nick Patterson (from left), Iosif Lazaridis, and David Reich. Veasey Conway/Harvard Staff Photographer Christy DeSmith Harvard Staff Writer February 5, 2025 6 min read Investigators identify Caucasus Lower Volga people, who spoke ancestral language, in modern-day Russia around…

Martin West. Niles Singer/Harvard Staff Photographer Nation & World It turns out the pandemic wasn’t the sole reason for student challenges Education policy specialist points to chronic absenteeism, relaxed testing accountability, and additional factors for poor performance in ‘Nation’s Report Card’ Clea Simon Harvard Correspondent February 4, 2025 5 min read Those who believed that…

Edvard Munch, “Madonna,” (1895–1902). Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, The Philip and Lynn Straus Collection, 2023.566. Photo: © President and Fellows of Harvard College; courtesy of the Harvard Art Museums Arts & Culture Edvard Munch’s prints and paintings entrusted to Harvard Art Museums Exhibits scheduled for March will showcase the artist’s innovative printmaking and painting methods…

Nation & World ‘We cannot allow our past to shape our children’s future’ Former President of Harvard, Larry Bacow, attended a solemn event on Jan. 27, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation alongside world leaders, delegates, and survivors. Liz Mineo Harvard Staff Writer February 4, 2025 8 min read Larry Bacow, whose mother escaped…

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) has rapidly evolved into the norm for safeguarding corporate accounts. Initially a specialized security strategy, its usage is increasing across various sectors. However, although it is unquestionably proficient at preventing unauthorized access, the deployment of MFA solutions can be a complex web of conflicting designs and concepts. For organizations and their workforce,…

Progress Software has resolved several critical security vulnerabilities in its LoadMaster application that could be leveraged by nefarious individuals to run arbitrary system commands or retrieve any file from the system. Kemp LoadMaster is a robust application delivery controller (ADC) and load balancer that ensures availability, scalability, performance, and protection for mission-critical

Gcore’s newest DDoS Radar report examines assault data from the third and fourth quarters of 2024, disclosing a 56% year-over-year increase in the overall count of DDoS attacks, with the highest assault reaching an unprecedented 2 Tbps. The financial services industry experienced the most significant surge, with a 117% escalation in attacks, while the gaming…

Apple on Monday issued urgent security patches to fix a vulnerability in iOS and iPadOS that it claims has been utilized in actual attacks. Designated with the CVE reference CVE-2025-24200 (CVSS rating: 4.6), the flaw has been characterized as an authentication problem that may allow a nefarious individual to turn off USB Restricted Mode on…

Imagine you’re contemplating a new vehicle for your household. Prior to finalizing a decision, you assess its safety ratings, fuel economy, and dependability. You may even take it for a test drive to confirm it aligns with your requirements. This identical strategy ought to be employed for software and hardware solutions before incorporating them into…

Malicious individuals have noted the rising prevalence of the ClickFix method for distributing a remote access trojan referred to as NetSupport RAT since the beginning of January 2025. NetSupport RAT, commonly disseminated through fraudulent websites and counterfeit browser upgrades, permits intruders complete dominance over the target’s machine, enabling them to observe the device’s display in…

Source: The Nation A synchronized law enforcement initiative has dismantled the dark web data breach and negotiation platforms linked to the 8Base ransomware group. Individuals accessing the data breach site are now welcomed with a confiscation banner that states: “This concealed site and its illegal content have been confiscated by the Bavarian State Criminal Police…

Malicious entities have been detected utilizing Google Tag Manager (GTM) to deploy credit card skimmer malware aimed at Magento-driven e-commerce platforms. The web security firm Sucuri reported that the script, although resembling a standard GTM and Google Analytics code intended for website metrics and promotional objectives, conceals an encrypted backdoor that can grant perpetrators enduring…

In the realm of cybersecurity, even the slightest vulnerability can result in significant breaches. A compromised encryption key, a software flaw that hasn’t been patched, or a neglected cloud storage bucket—each appears trivial until it transforms into an access point for an assault. This week, we have witnessed hackers exploit disregarded vulnerabilities into substantial security…

Considering Okta’s position as a vital component of identity framework, enhancing Okta security is crucial. This article discusses six fundamental Okta security configurations that offer a robust foundation, along with suggestions for establishing ongoing surveillance of your Okta security status. With more than 18,000 clients, Okta functions as the foundation of identity management and protection…

5.1 Safeguarding Information Resources Greetings and welcome to the fifth area of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Course provided by Simplilearn. This section will focus on Safeguarding Information Resources. Let’s explore the goals of this area in the following screen. Goals By the conclusion of this section, you should be capable of comprehending…Read More.