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New national Deliberative Poll shows bipartisan support for polarizing issues affecting American democracy
The poll's results show many significant changes toward bipartisan agreement, even on the most contentious issues.
August 10, 2023
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Scholars center equity-minded leadership to advance diversity in U.S. professoriate
Academic leaders from the nation’s top research universities, including Prof. Pamela Hinds, gathered to discuss how they can increase equity within their institutions.
August 09, 2023
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Laura Taylor-Kale sworn in as Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy
Laura, who received her PhD from MS&E in 2022, becomes the first senate-confirmed person to hold the new position in the U.S. Department of Defense.
August 01, 2023
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How Stanford is preparing the next generation of data scientists
The gateway course for the new Data Science & Social Systems major teaches students how data can be used to address important social problems.
July 31, 2023
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Rethinking algorithmic decision-making
Algorithmic decisions based on ‘fairness’ don’t always lead to equitable or desirable outcomes, according to a new paper by Alex Chohlas-Wood and colleagues.
July 28, 2023
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Results of first global Deliberative Poll® announced by Stanford’s Deliberative Democracy Lab
More than 6,300 deliberators from 32 countries and nine regions around the world participated in the Metaverse Community Forum on Bullying and Harassment.
July 27, 2023
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Ethics teams in tech are stymied by lack of support
Because tech industry ethics teams lack resources and authority, their effectiveness is spotty at best, according to a new study by Prof. Riitta Katila and colleagues.
July 24, 2023
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Congratulations MS&E graduates!
Learn about commencement, end-of-year awards, and one particularly stylish exit.
July 03, 2023
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Graduates reflect on their time in MS&E
Six students from all degree levels share how they came to MS&E and what's next for them after Stanford.
June 30, 2023
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MS&E Newsletter summer 2023
Research themes, new podcast episodes, and much more. Explore the latest edition of the MS&E Newsletter.
June 28, 2023
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Fred Hillier: I’ve always wanted to apply math in practical ways to get positive results for organizations
Professor Emeritus Frederick Hillier looks back at his early days as a pioneer in operations research at Stanford and reflects on how the field has evolved.
June 16, 2023
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Summer 2023 recommended reading (and listening)
Discover what MS&E faculty have written lately, as well as what they're reading and listening to.
June 09, 2023
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Faculty Women’s Forum announces 2023 award winners
The Forum recognized 17 individuals, including MS&E Prof. Irene Lo, for outstanding work supporting women at Stanford through role modeling, allyship, leadership, and sponsorship.
June 06, 2023
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Stanford Engineering announces annual staff award winners
Six individuals across the school were honored for their valuable service and contributions
May 23, 2023
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Vasilis Syrgkanis receives Bodossaki Distinguished Young Scientist Award
Prof. Syrgkanis was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of science.
May 10, 2023
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Vasilis Syrgkanis receives Amazon Research Award
Prof. Syrgkanis received the award for his research on machine learning.
May 09, 2023
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The antitrust paradox
Antitrust regulation in platform markets boosts innovation but harms profitability—and the most innovative firms are the least likely to thrive.
May 02, 2023
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PhD student’s idea to streamline state energy application process could help millions
If a solution proposed by Jill Grey Ferguson—who is advised by MS&E Prof. John Weyant—passes, it could improve access to programs that make decarbonization more accessible.
May 01, 2023
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Siegfried Hecker shares nuclear insights in new book
30-plus years of experience, including visits to North Korean facilities, inform a discussion of nuclear policy, opportunities, and consequences.
April 28, 2023
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2023 senior projects: Designing the future
Student teams drew on their MS&E education to solve real-world problems as consultants for external sponsor organizations.
April 27, 2023