Featured book: More than a Glitch
March 21, 2023
When technology reinforces inequality, it’s not just a glitch—it’s a signal that we need to redesign our systems to create a more equitable world.
News
AI chatbot ChatGPT mirrors its users to appear intelligent
March 17, 2023
In new paper published in the MIT Press journal Neural Computation, neuroscientist Terrence Sejnowski explores how artificial intelligence language models, like the popular ChatGPT chatbot, can further our understanding of the human brain.
Cover story: Sentience by Nicholas Humphrey
March 16, 2023
The art featured on the cover of Sentience is dear to author Nicholas Humphrey—and hangs in his living room.
How does your brain work?
March 15, 2023
In How Your Brain Works, authors Greg Gage and Tim Marzullo uncover the hidden electrical world inside your nervous system using DIY, hands-on experiments, for all ages.
Bite-sized brainy books for Brain Awareness Week
March 13, 2023
The brain is complicated. Learning about it doesn’t have to be.
Our picks for International Women’s Day
March 8, 2023
Highlighting just a few of our female authors from recent months.
MIT Press launches crowdfunding effort
March 7, 2023
This month, in conjunction with MIT’s 24-Hour Challenge on 3.14/Pi Day, the MIT Press is launching our Public Understanding of Science initiative.
Diamond open access journals for Open Data Day
March 6, 2023
Making scholarship freely accessible through high caliber publications.
Celebrating World Wildlife Day
March 3, 2023
Lions, tigers, and bears—oh my! But also snails, and buffalo, and squids, and giraffes, and more.