MIT Tech Connection
An MIT Alumni Association Publication
February 2025
Romance Blooms @ MIT
What spot could be more romantic than an MIT laboratory or Lobby 7? For MIT alums who met their spouses on campus, the magic of falling in love could take place almost anywhere—from a reception at the president’s house to a picnic table in the courtyard of East Campus. Check out stories and photos from alumni couples who met at MIT.
Pioneering Biologist on Joining MIT Universe
A retired physician-scientist known for pioneering research in placental biology, Michael Fant ’73 reflects on his time exploring the Institute.
Water Challenges Channeled into Opportunity
When Kate Cincotta SM ’09 was trying to address contaminated water in Ghana, she looked to the community’s women to help lead the way.
From the Peace Corps to the C-Suite
US Navy veteran Edward Crawford MBA ’17 puts the lessons he’s learned through a lifetime of service—including in the Peace Corps—to work at his startup holding company.
Building a New Learning Environment with AI
At Playlab, cofounder Yusuf Ahmad SM ’20 works to give educators and nonprofits a way to create their own AI tools for lesson planning, student support, and more
Music to Make the Heart Sing
A concert pianist and professor of engineering, Elaine Chew SM ’98, PhD ’00 is studying the physiological impacts of music.
MIT Women’s Conference: Connect, Celebrate, and Be Inspired
The March 28 conference will bring together MIT alumnae to celebrate and help cultivate the next generation of leaders. Hear from MIT alumnae faculty on groundbreaking research ranging from ethical AI to digital biomarkers for health care—and more. Register now to take advantage of the early bird discount.
MIT Alumni Forum: Water on Mars
Was there life on Mars? On February 27, the MIT Alumni Forum will explore how ancient water systems on Mars act as “tape recorders” of climate, geology, and habitability. Register today to uncover the forces shaping Mars—and planets like our own.
Help Elect MIT’s Alumni Leaders
Voting is now open for the MIT Alumni Association Selection Committee (AASC), the group that will choose the Alumni Association board members and the next president-select. Don’t miss your opportunity to elect the representatives who will help serve as a voice for our alumni community. Submit your vote today!
One Day, Infinite Impact
On March 13, participate in the MIT 24-Hour Challenge and join thousands of alumni, parents, friends, and students who give to support the transformative work that happens everywhere throughout the Institute—not just on this day, but every day.
Get Ready for Tech Reunions: May 30–June 1
Save the date for Tech Reunions—the perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, revisit favorite campus spots, and enjoy special reunion events such as Tech Night at Pops. (The 50th and 25th reunion classes will begin celebrations on May 29.) Visit the website for more information.
AROUND THE INSTITUTE
About Tech Connection
Tech Connection, a monthly digest for alumni and friends of MIT published by the MIT Alumni Association, is available in HTML and online. Please email mitalum@mit.edu to subscribe.
Please email comments to TechConnection@mit.edu.
Want to get more involved? Read Volunteer View.
Catch fast-breaking Institute news on the Slice of MIT blog, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram pages and connect with other alumni by joining the LinkedIn group.