Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (pronounced /ˌmæsəˈtʃuːsɪts ɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən ɒv ˈtɛknɒlədʒi/), commonly known as MIT, is a private research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States.

Etymology

The name "Massachusetts Institute of Technology" reflects its foundation as a technical institute in the state of Massachusetts. The term "Institute of Technology" was chosen to indicate both the scientific and industrial focus of the institution.

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