2011
Advanced Research
Shrink to Fit: MITRE-Harvard Collaboration Continues Nanoprocessing Chain of Success
November 2011
A MITRE–Harvard team has demonstrated the world's first nanoprocessor, a groundbreaking prototype that advances the science of ultra–tiny computing systems.
EyesFirst Aims to Automatically Detect Chronic Diseases Through Retinal Scans
October 2011
MITRE's EyesFirst project shows promise for detecting the early stages of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and Alzheimer's—all in a noninvasive way that uses advanced 3-D retinal imaging technology.
MITRE's Computational Linguists Support Government Human Language Technology Needs
September 2011
More than 70 MITRE staff are finding dozens of ways to solve the government's human language technology challenges—from national security to money laundering.
Black Silicon: A Mystery in Infrared
August 2011
A MITRE research team is pursuing the unexplained ability of black silicon to absorb light in the infrared spectrum, which could have far-reaching consequences for manufacturing.
MITRE's GPS-based Push2Loc Puts Information in Its Place
July 2011
By using GPS-enabled "geo-fences," MITRE's Push2Loc prototype tags data with crucial location information. With Push2Loc, data is where you need it, when you need it.
Systems Engineering in Practice Captured in New MITRE Guide
June 2011
With MITRE's new Systems Engineering Guide, you can tap into the collective wisdom of more 100 engineers for insights into this always-challenging field.
Putting Knowledge First: Building an Intranet to Meet Sponsor Needs
June 2011
MITRE's MyMII 2.0, the latest version of our corporate intranet, improves employees' knowledge sharing capabilities and adds customization options and social media tools.
MITRE Investigates Advances in Motor Control for Next-Generation Prosthetics 
April 2011
Advances in neuroscience and electronics are set to revolutionize the design of controls for prosthetic devices, helping amputees increase their mobility. MITRE research is leading the way.
MITRE's Human-Computer Interface Gets a GRIP on the Future
April 2011
Multi-touch platforms will allow applications to be controlled via 3-D gestures—and a MITRE-developed software framework called GRIP is helping make it possible.
Compressive Sensing: Squeezing the Most Out of Signals
March 2011
Transmitting, processing, and storing signal data requires a lot of bandwidth. Compressive sensing increases the information that can be accurately processed by lowering the amount of signal data needed.
MITRE Invites Technology Innovators to Take the Challenge
March 2011
Multicultural name matching affects everything from airport security to Social Security. It also presents some tough technical problems. But through the MITRE Challenge, you might become part of the solution.
Affective Cognition: Making Rational Decisions About Emotions
March 2011
Emotions often drive decisions. At MITRE and other organizations, researchers are developing formal models to explain and predict how fear, anger, and other feelings influence our choices.
Gravity Imaging: A New Look at Border Security
February 2011
With current methods to detect radioactive materials in sealed containers ineffective or easily thwarted, MITRE researchers propose the use of gravity imaging, which uses sensors to detect the dense mass of radioactive materials.
Aviation Systems
With MITRE's Help, Republic of China Overhauls Air Traffic Management System
December 2011
When the Republic of China needed to upgrade its national air traffic management system, it called on MITRE to help manage the transition.
ARIAS: A Near-Term Runway Safety Solution
November 2011
The National Transportation Safety Board considers airport runway incursions one of its most wanted safety improvements. MITRE engineers have patented a short-term, easy-to-implement solution for keeping runway operations safe.
Helping the FAA Adapt to Evolving Cyber Threats
January 2011
Like all large-scale government infrastructures, the National Airspace System is dealing with an increase in cyber threats. With help from MITRE, the FAA aims to implement new defenses by creating a new enterprise cybersecurity architecture to protect our skies.
Keeping Track of Unmanned Aircraft by Overcoming "Lost Links"
January 2011
Keeping track of unmanned aircraft systems in civil airspace is crucial. But what if they lose contact with the ground? MITRE is helping the FAA address the problem.
Defense and Intelligence
MITRE On-Site Support Helps Post-Earthquake Japan Get Back on its Feet
November 2011
When the devastating 2011 earthquake struck Japan, MITRE's knowledge of the nation's military networks helped the Ministry of Defense establish rapid connections to the hardest-hit areas of the country.
By Design: Integrating Privacy into Information Systems
October 2011
Using a concept called "Privacy by Design," MITRE helps the government develop information systems that protect personally identifiable information, preserve privacy, and prevent identity theft.
MITRE Works to Change C2 Acquisition, One Capability at a Time
July 2011
To get technology to the field faster, MITRE researchers have developed a new way of looking at military acquisition with a concept called Composable Capability on Demand.
Airspace Information Service Safely Speeds Up Battle Rhythm
June 2011
With the new Airspace Information Service—co-developed by MITRE—the Air Force and Army can now share the same airspace without interfering with each other's operations.
Soaring Success: Airbase is Transferred to Iraqi Forces
April 2011
In all weather conditions, around the clock, Kirkuk Air Base in northern Iraq is now fully operational, thanks to systems engineering and support from MITRE, who collaborated with the U.S. military, the Iraqi government, and civilian contractors to make it happen.
Flying the Friendly Skies: Merging UAS into Civil Airspace
March 2011
As our national airspace prepares for the arrival of unmanned aircraft systems,
a MITRE team representing numerous government sponsors is helping to roll out the welcome mat.
Eyes and Ears Open: Working with Military Personnel to Find Solutions
January 2011
MITRE engineers listen to sponsors to better understand their needs—from communications infrastructures in Afghanistan to satellite connections on Navy ships. With side-by-side observation, our staff learns first-hand what technology works best.
Federal Sector Modernization
TACT: Taking the Confusion Out of Taxpayer Correspondence
May 2011
For the last two years, MITRE has worked with the IRS on the Taxpayer Communications Taskgroup (TACT) program. TACT is making letters and notices to taxpayers clearer, more accurate, and more effective.
MITRE's hData Effort Promotes Sharing Electronic Health Records
February 2011
In the future, the widespread use of electronic health records is expected to lower healthcare costs and improve patient care. MITRE is hastening this future through the development of the hData technology standard.
Cloud Computing: Boosting Economies of Scale for Government IT
February 2011
As more government agencies, businesses, and individuals explore the value of cloud computing, it looks like sunny skies ahead for this new model of IT infrastructure.
The Joint Operations Center: Fueling the Highway Trust Fund
January 2011
To better monitor the collection of fuel taxes that feed the Highway Trust Fund, the IRS conceived the idea of a Joint Operations Center for National Fuel Tax Compliance. With MITRE's help, it's become a reality.
Homeland Security
Building a Sturdy Platform for Government's Internet Presence
December 2011
A MITRE team is helping the US government migrate its websites from an overcapacity framework to the larger, more reliable Internet Protocol version 6.
Developing a Healthy "Cyber Ecosystem"
October 2011
The world of cyberspace is more connected than ever, making a virtual "cyber ecosystem." Find out how MITRE supports DHS to help make the system healthy.
COAction Helps Emergency Responders Weigh Their Options
August 2011
When the heat is on, emergency responders make choices based on how resources fit the situation. To help them make the best choices, MITRE has developed a new system called COAction.
After the Attack: Agencies Collaborate to Develop Bio-disaster Recovery
July 2011
If bioterrorists attack a U.S. city, the government must spring into action. To help sort out roles and responsibilities well in advance, several major agencies spent a week at MITRE working on a simulation exercise.
Fusion at Work: A New Type of Organization Helps Combat Terrorism
May 2011
Following 9/11, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) created a network of fusion centers to improve information sharing and help combat terrorism. MITRE works with DHS to improve the way the centers gather and share intelligence.
Cybersecurity: Defending Against Advanced Persistent Threats
February 2011
When it comes to cybersecurity attacks, it's not a case of "if," but of "when." So MITRE's cybersecurity experts work to develop methods to make the cyber battleground as inhospitable as possible.
