MIT prof Nuno F. G. Loureiro fatally shot in his home
3 days ago
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- MIT professor Nuno Loureiro was fatally shot at his home in Brookline, Massachusetts.
- The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Monday, with Loureiro succumbing to his injuries the following morning.
- Authorities have not disclosed any suspects or made arrests, labeling the case as an active homicide investigation.
- Neighbors reported hearing gunshots, with some mistaking the sounds for other noises initially.
- Loureiro, 47, was a nuclear science and engineering professor from Portugal, known for his plasma research.
- He was the director of MIT's Plasma Science and Fusion Center, leading over 250 researchers.
- Loureiro's work focused on plasma turbulence, solar flares, and clean fusion power for climate change mitigation.
- MIT expressed deep condolences, highlighting outreach efforts to support those affected by his loss.
- Loureiro joined MIT in 2016 and was highly regarded for his contributions to the institution.