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MIT’s work with Idaho National Laboratory advances America’s nuclear industry
MIT’s partnership with Idaho National Laboratory drives innovation in America’s nuclear industry — advancing clean, safe nuclear energy for our future.
A magnetic pull toward materials
The daughter of two engineers who work in Idaho’s silver mining industry, Maria Aguilar ’25 allowed her fascination with materials science to flourish at MIT.
Applying risk and reliability analysis across industries
Curtis Smith, an Idaho native and Idaho State University graduate who is now a professor at MIT, brings 30 years of expertise at Idaho National Laboratory.
MIT works with Idaho employers
MIT is engaged with these employers that have a significant presence in Idaho:
- Amazon
- Idaho National Laboratory
- Micron Technology
- Simplot
- US Air Force
- US Army
- US Marine Corps
- US Navy
- Walmart
MIT alumni make a difference in Idaho
Idaho organizations where MIT alumni hold key positions include US Bureau of Reclamation; Fisher’s Technology; Water Futures; and Oklo.