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MIT Researchers Selected for Funding in US Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission Phase I

MIT researchers have been chosen to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission, with 15 collaborative projects receiving funding under Genesis Phase I. This national initiative aims to create a powerful integrated science discovery platform that leverages AI, supercomputing, and quantum systems to drive advancements in energy and scientific discovery. The Genesis Mission is significant as it fosters collaboration between universities, industry, and national laboratories, aligning research efforts with national priorities. Ian A. Waitz, MIT’s vice president for research, emphasized the importance of this initiative in catalyzing innovation for the benefit of both the nation and the world. Looking ahead, projects that demonstrate promising pathways for transformative capabilities may receive further funding from the DOE. Six projects will be led by MIT principal investigators, while MIT researchers will also contribute to nine additional projects led by other institutions, showcasing a robust collaborative effort in advancing scientific capabilities.

MITNews By Office of the Vice President for Research Jul 23, 2026 Funding Artificial intelligence Quantum computing Laboratory for Nuclear Science Plasma Science and Fusion Center Research Laboratory of Electronics