Ecology Media Group
MIT Media Laboratory
     
  The Ecology Media Group explores the potential of computational media as access point to natural systems and global ecology. We work to integrate digital signal processing technologies and networked communication infrastructures in providing a meaningful understanding of nature.
    Current Projects
Director: Prof. Dale Joachim

Exploring new frameworks in humans-machine collaboration for improving understanding of natural ecology. Recently on the Electrical Engineering faculty at Tulane University; previously principal engineer at Lockheed Martin and hardware design Engineer at Zenith Data Systems. 		 

Interaction with Owls via Cell Phones

Exploring cellular networks, mapping, voIP and sensors technologies to facilitate live internet-based interactions with remote environments. [poster]

Predicting Harmony in Jazz

We combine adaptive frequency estimation and a higher level language-like understanding of Jazz, to create an automatic Bass accompaniment.
[Music, Mind and Machine Group]

    Courses

Bounding Ellipsoid Optimization

(IAP) Bounding ellipsoids can approximate complex polytopes with well behaved and easy to manipulate mathematical expressions. This discussion derives a general expression for bounding ellipsoid polytopic supersets, discuss several optimization strategies and sequential convergence properties.

Observing the Natural Environment through Technology

Human observation is fundamental to scientific discovery. Advances in sensor, processor, communication and networking technologies have increased the human capacity for non-intrusive, in-situ observation of its natural environment. The class discussion will samples these technical developments.

     
  We are currently seeking UROP applicants for IAP 08, and Spring 08. Please contact Prof. Joachim directly via e-mail or telephone for details.
    Address: 20 Ames Street E15-320C, Cambridge, MA 02139
Tel: 617-452-5635, E-mail: joachimd (at) media.mit.edu