Read more about MIT’s ties to Alaska
An algorithm with an eye for visibility helps pilots in Alaska
MIT researchers developed an advanced algorithm to enhance visibility for pilots navigating Alaska's challenging weather conditions.
Making nanoparticle building blocks for new materials
Robert Macfarlane, a materials scientist at MIT and a native of Palmer, is uncovering design principles that allow researchers to fine-tune materials at many size scales.
Researchers return to Arctic to test integrated sensor nodes
MIT researchers are working in Alaska's Arctic region on integrated sensor nodes, deepening their collaboration with local partners.
Cracking the case of Arctic sea ice breakup
Researchers at MIT are working with colleagues at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and elsewhere to advance our understanding of Arctic sea ice dynamics.
Researching extreme environments
While an MIT graduate student, Emma Bullock PhD ’25 worked to enhance the study of extreme environments by conducting fieldwork in Alaska.
Saving Iñupiaq
As an MIT graduate student, Annauk Olin worked to revitalize the Iñupiaq language, highlighting MIT's support of indigenous communities and culture in Alaska.
MIT works with Alaska employers
MIT is engaged with these employers that have a significant presence in Alaska:
- Alaska Airlines
- Amazon
- Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
- BP
- Bristol Bay Native Corporation
- ConocoPhillips
- ExxonMobil
- NANA
- US Air Force
- US Army
- US Coast Guard
- Walmart
MIT alumni make a difference in Alaska
Alaska organizations where MIT alumni hold key positions include Palmer Superior Court; ASRC Energy; BBFM Engineers; Central Peninsula Hospital; the University of Alaska Fairbanks; Alaska Pacific University; the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium; the Alaska Interagency Coordination Center; and the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights.