Electronic, Magnetic, Optical and Quantum Materials and Devices

    Our research spans a wide range of materials that form the next generation of devices, and includes groundbreaking research on graphene & 2D materials, quantum computing, MEMS & NEMS, and new substrates for computation.

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    Latest news in electronic, magnetic, optical and quantum materials and devices

    The Institute’s undergraduate engineering, computer science, and economics programs are No. 1; its business program is No. 2.

    The recipients of the 2026 Ruth and Joel Spira Awards for Excellence in Teaching are Cullen Buie, Gabriele Farina, Ericmoore Jossou, and Farnaz Niroui.

    This advance could be a big step toward developing a scalable, practical quantum computer.

    A new technique produces wafer-scale samples, overcoming a major roadblock to using these materials in quantum technologies.

    A new, scalable technique could enable powerful radars and sensors based on quantum technology that works at room temperature.

    Upcoming events

    15
    Oct
    Thursday, 10:00 am

    AMD Day @ MIT

    20
    Oct
    Tuesday, 12:00 pm

    Cotiviti Day @ MIT: Boba & Tech Talk

    21
    Oct
    Wednesday, 6:00 pm

    Stripe Tech Talk

    03
    Dec
    Thursday, 3:00 pm

    SuperUROP Poster Showcase