Issue: Spring 2004
COVER STORY: Invested in MIT
Charles Vest reflects on his life and work as MIT's 15th president.
The Campaign
The campaign is in our Vest pocket.
Encouraging Others
Pat Callahan, '75, who grew up in Boston's inner city, gives $50,000 to inspire other inner-city children to pursue technical careers.
New Growth
Asst. Prof. Carlos Lois is researching a way to grow new brain cells.
Internet Connection
Asst. Prof. Keith Hampton says that rather than destroying community and family life, being wired actually helps people connect.
Research Briefs
Solar surprises, water on Mars, and more.
Teaching Technology
Grad student Solomon Assefa co-founded a group that teaches Internet technology to students in Africa.
In Business
Freshman Adam Madlinger is an entrepreneur who launched a company when he was in high school.
Step to the Music
Junior Keith Durand can play Mahler's Third Symphony with his feet.
