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Mobile World

Two-thirds of the world's mobile phones are in developing countries - and it's the world's fastest-growing market.

Can a simple cell phone provide access to health care, education and economic well-being? In short, can it change lives?

A few people at MIT think it can. Come hear their ideas today from 5:30-7 p.m. in 32-155.

Panelists:
  • Federico Casalegno, Mobile Experience Lab
  • Leo Celi, Sana
  • Michael Gordon, AITI
  • Sandy Pentland, Media Lab
  • Jhonatan Rotberg, NextLab
Special guest: Eric Debeau of Orange (France Telecom) will offer an industry perspective.

Event organized by MISTI; for more information, visit http://web.mit.edu/misti/events/mobile.html

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