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… Detecting the Tell-Tale Traces from Genome Editing MITRE researchers aim to develop an innovative approach for identifying changes to genes, using the scars CRISPR leaves … what's presumably man-made? By looking for the scars. MITRE scientist Heath Farris's research in MITRE's biological sciences laboratory in McLean, Virginia, is charting a path to find ways to …

… Learning Tracks Hone High-Demand Emerging Technology Skills Kay M. Upham MITRE Interns "In my eyes, the learning track was easily one of my favorite experiences at MITRE," says Shrinath … Iyer's reaction isn't unique. More than 300 summer interns—ranging from high school students to Ph.D. candidates—completed our new learning track program, which scored top marks among …

… Health Policy Intern Finds MITRE a Hotbed of Learning Sarah McKeown already knows she'd like to join the MITRE team once she graduates with her master's degree in public health from Johns Hopkins University this spring. That's after only four months on the …

… are the many organizations—public and private—that are bringing their strengths and resources to the fight, including MITRE. Applying real-time data analytics to an epidemic or pandemic can help in flattening the curve of infection and change its course, as seen with Ebola and H1N1. As with …

… his research influences the GPS technology we use every day. His work—and MITRE's—are integral to the development and modernization of our nation's position, navigation, and timing capabilities. In honor of his tremendous contributions to the field, the Royal Institute of Navigation named …

… why a dedicated group of MITRE interns boosted the Federal Communications Commission's mission to improve access to the technology that lets people connect across multiple devices. Calling a … second thought.  However, if you’re a member of the  deaf/Deaf or hard of hearing communities in the U.S. , you need a way to “see” the conversation. That could mean signing with an American …

… Starts Now Marlis McCollum A future where air taxis traverse our skies is taking shape today. To prepare the way for these futuristic aircraft, MITRE is researching long- and short-term … of these unique aircraft is well underway, today’s flight rules won’t accommodate a growth in operations. MITRE—operator of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) federally funded …

… was the name MITRE's Michael Balazs gave the robot when he got the job of refurbishing her in 2011. Matilda was back from a conflict region in terrible shape, complete with a dead rat in … hundreds of thousands of dollars for each unit like her. So, refurbishing Matilda seemed to make sense. But Balazs thought, "There has to be a better way." In 2012, Balazs and his team …

… Complex Health Problems with New Technology MITRE researchers are working with the VA to develop new solutions that could lead to more-effective care for our nation's veterans, whose … could ever imagine: Eardrum-bursting blasts of artillery fire. Airborne toxins from burn pits in Iraq. The threat of death or dismemberment in combat zones. The hazards of toting 50-pound …

… developer Michael Rodrigues is providing technical and project leadership on several efforts to create and update software tools that keep our internal systems secure, support employees in doing their work, and help them connect with other staff. He credits his experiences as a …