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title: "MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success"
date: 2026-06-25
source: https://news.mit.edu/2026/mit-media-exploring-how-curiosity-driven-science-essential-ingredient-americas-success
description: "“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond."
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# MIT in the media: Exploring how curiosity-driven science is an essential ingredient in America’s success

“Scientific American” showcases the history and future of America’s scientific engine, highlighting promising young scientists and icons at MIT and beyond.

*Published: 2026-06-25*