Harvard University will award honorary degrees to Conan O’Brien, Audra McDonald, Noel Malcolm, Peggy Noonan, and Geoffrey Hinton during its Commencement ceremony on Thursday. These individuals are being honored for their significant contributions and transformative achievements. Geoffrey Hinton, who will receive a Doctor of Science degree, has been a pioneering figure in artificial intelligence (AI)…
A Harvard alumnus who gave his life to protect fellow Marines in the Korean War was remembered as a model of leadership at the ROTC commissioning ceremony in Sanders Theatre. Sherrod Skinner, who died in October 1952 after sacrificing himself to save others, was highlighted for his integrity, humility, and excellence during the event. Retired…
“Please don’t let AI take away the fun part of your chosen profession,” Ronny Chieng urged graduates. The Harvard Staff Photographer, Niles Singer, captured the moment. During his speech at Class Day, Emmy-winning comedian Ronny Chieng, known for his role on ‘The Daily Show,’ advised the Class of 2026 to apply artificial intelligence in fields…
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) serves as a crucial tool for doctors and scientists to view internal body structures. It captures detailed images of muscles, organs, and bones without invasive procedures and can monitor blood flow to map brain activity. Recently, MIT bioengineers have created sensors that allow MRI to track molecules critical for brain and…
