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Building 46 brings together a dynamic community of academics and researchers who embody excellence across a spectrum of disciplines and experiences. Below, we highlight stories of community members from various backgrounds; celebrating their achievements, contributions, and impact within the community. From groundbreaking research and innovative projects, to leadership and advocacy, these stories provide insight into the diverse talent influencing and enriching our culture.

Building 46 Community Spotlights

Summer research offers a springboard to advanced studies

One scientist’s journey from the Middle East to MIT

Pilot, engineer, neuroscientist, bridge-builder

Fernanda De La Torre’s long journey to MIT

Ila Fiete wins Swartz Prize for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience

Building a bridge between neuroscience and immunology

Unlocking the mysteries of how neurons learn

Modeling the social mind

A “golden era” to study the brain

Emery Brown wins a share of 2022 Gruber Neuroscience Prize

A voice for change — in Spanish

Lawrence Udeigwe uses elegant math to understand complex systems of the brain

Nancy Kanwisher wins National Academy of Sciences Award in the Neurosciences

Brain researcher and AI-focused YouTuber

Summer students thrive in Picower labs

Investigating the embattled brain

Fueled by the power of stories

Supporting students in Puerto Rico after a hurricane’s devastation

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