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600

MIT students from Michigan in the last 10 years

1,650

MIT alumni in Michigan

27,705

MITx learners in Michigan

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New fuel cell could enable electric aviation

Researchers at MIT and the University of Michigan developed a groundbreaking fuel cell that could pave the way for electric aviation.

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System helps severely motor-impaired individuals type more quickly and accurately

MIT and Michigan Tech researchers developed a system that allows individuals with severe motor impairments to type more quickly and accurately.

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Paula Hammond named dean of the School of Engineering

Michigan native Paula Hammond, a chemical engineer noted for her pioneering work on polymers and nanomaterials, was named dean of engineering at MIT.

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Augmented reality headset enables users to see hidden objects

Researchers at MIT and the University of Michigan developed an augmented reality headset that allows users to visualize objects hidden from view.

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Scientists use computational modeling to guide a difficult chemical synthesis

Researchers from MIT and the University of Michigan discovered a way to drive chemical reactions to generate compounds with key pharmaceutical properties.

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Low-cost “smart” diaper can notify caregiver when it’s wet

Researchers at MIT and Michigan State University developed a low-cost “smart” diaper that uses RFID technology to alert caregivers when it’s wet.

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Fiber “barcodes” can make clothing labels that last

Researchers at MIT and the University of Michigan developed durable fiber “barcodes” that can be woven directly into clothing labels.

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A shape-changing antenna for more versatile sensing and communication

Researchers at MIT and the University of Michigan developed a shape-changing antenna that enhances versatility in sensing and communication.

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MIT works with Michigan employers

MIT is engaged with these employers that have a significant presence in Michigan:

Amazon
Ford Motor Company
General Motors
Michigan State University
Stellantis
University of Michigan
US Air Force
US Army
US Marine Corps
US Navy
Walmart

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MIT alumni make a difference in Michigan

Michigan organizations where MIT alumni hold key positions include Ford Motor Company; Fontinalis Partners; the Michigan House of Representatives; May Mobility; Sling Therapeutics; hush; the US Army; BorgWarner Inc.; General Dynamics; and Johnson & Johnson.

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