How to predict the progress of technology
MIT researcher finds Moore’s Law and Wright’s Law best predict how technology improves.
Leveson and ESD Student Society honored with Martore Awards
Award recognizes outstanding contributions to an ESD academic program in the areas of education and program development.
Livengood awarded inaugural Daniel and Eva Roos Engineering Systems Dissertation Prize
New award recognizes outstanding dissertation in the ESD PhD program.
Former banking executive reflects on launch and rise of the ATM
John Reed talks about the challenges and opportunities of working with a complex sociotechnical system.
Olivier de Weck named editor-in-chief of Systems Engineering
MIT professor to helm flagship journal of the International Council on Systems Engineering
Students witness science policy in action
MIT students participate in the final mercury talks resulting in an international treaty.
ESD alumna wins Singapore Challenge Prize
Lynette Cheah and team take first place at international competition for their innovative transportation plan.
Flextronics joins MIT Forum Advisory Board
One of world’s largest manufacturing and supply chain solutions companies will collaborate with board on industry challenges and opportunities.
James Utterback honored as exemplar of excellence
Professor was honored by KU Leuven at its bi-annual Leuven International Forum.
MIT students attend international talks on mercury
Students will blog and tweet about their experiences in Geneva, Switzerland.
Cellphone data helps pinpoint source of traffic tie-ups
Study: Congestion can be alleviated throughout a metropolitan area by altering the trips of drivers in specific neighborhoods.
System Design and Management student establishes MIT’s first mining club
Mining, Oil and Gas Club has sparked interest outside of MIT, notes Juan Esteban Montero.
What can logistics do for you?
In a new book, an MIT professor argues that investment in global transportation hubs can spur a ‘feedback loop’ of regional growth.
Driving drones can be a drag
Study shows distractions may alleviate boredom and improve drone operators’ performance.