Committee tasked with finding new leader for School of Engineering
In the hallowed halls of MIT, a veritable powerhouse of academic excellence, a multitude of distinguished faculty members contribute to the institution's unyielding pursuit of knowledge. Among these luminaries are individuals who have carved out significant roles in various departments, their expertise spanning a broad spectrum of disciplines.
Michael S. Triantafyllou, Associate Head for Ocean Engineering, William I. Koch Professor of Marine Technology, and a member of the Mechanical Engineering department, is one such individual. His work in the field of marine technology is renowned, contributing significantly to the advancement of MIT's oceanographic research.
Another prominent figure is Maria Zuber, Department Head and E. A. Griswold Professor in the Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences department. Her research in geophysics and planetary sciences has garnered widespread acclaim, further cementing MIT's reputation as a global hub of scientific discovery.
While Provost L. Rafael Reif's recent letter did not explicitly mention specific faculty members by name in the search results, related information from the MIT Provost Office update dated August 8, 2025, sheds light on several faculty leaders associated with MIT's administration.
Anantha Chandrakasan, who was named MIT Provost and has served as dean of engineering and MIT’s inaugural chief innovation and strategy officer, is one such individual. Dimitris Bertsimas, Vice Provost and professor of operations research, recently received the 2025-2026 Killian Award. Paula Hammond, vice provost for faculty, who received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, is another prominent figure. Philip Khoury, professor of history and vice provost for the arts, is stepping down from that role. Julie A. Lucas, vice president for resource development at MIT, reports to President L. Rafael Reif and leads the fundraising enterprise.
The "L. Rafael Reif Innovation Corridor" at MIT, named in his honour, underscores his legacy as the 17th President of MIT.
Anette E. Hosoi, a member of the Mechanical Engineering department, is another faculty member worth mentioning. [email protected] is an email address associated with MIT. Sheila E. Widnall, an Institute Professor, Aeronautics and Astronautics, and Engineering Systems department at MIT, is another distinguished figure. Olivier L. de Weck, a member of the Engineering Systems and Aeronautics and Astronautics department, is also a notable addition to this list.
Ian H. Hutchinson, a member of the Nuclear Science and Engineering department, and Tomas Lozano-Perez, a School of Engineering Professor in Teaching Excellence and in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department, are also among the esteemed faculty at MIT. Martin F. Polz, a member of the Civil and Environmental Engineering department, and Caroline A. Ross, the Toyota Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, round off this impressive roster of academic leaders.
Scott R. Manalis, a member of the Biological and Mechanical Engineering department, completes our overview of the prominent faculty members at MIT. Each of these individuals plays a crucial role in the institute's continued success, their collective brilliance ensuring that MIT remains at the forefront of academic and technological innovation.
- Michael S. Triantafyllou, an associate head and a professor in the Mechanical Engineering department, is recognized for his work in marine technology, significantly advancing MIT's oceanographic research.
- Maria Zuber, the department head and E. A. Griswold Professor in the Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences department, is distinguished for her research in geophysics and planetary sciences.
- Anantha Chandrakasan, the MIT Provost and previous dean of engineering, is a leader associated with the institution's administration.
- Dimitris Bertsimas, a professor of operations research and the recent recipient of the 2025-2026 Killian Award, is also a notable faculty member at MIT.
- Paula Hammond, vice provost for faculty, has been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, and is a prominent figure at MIT.
- The "L. Rafael Reif Innovation Corridor" at MIT underscores President Reif's legacy, further demonstrating the institute's commitment to technology, education, and self-development.
