Research & Impact
Research & Impact
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Precourt Institute for Energy welcomes three new advisors
The expertise of Pranav Adani, former MS&E Adjunct Prof. James Ellis, and Jay Rubenstein spans global business, security, and economics and will fortify the institute’s foundation.
October 20, 2025
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How 'flash teams' are reshaping global collaboration
Stanford professors Melissa Valentine and Michael Bernstein examine an innovative model to assemble global teams that’s become increasingly popular, partly driven by AI.
October 02, 2025
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Study reveals roadmap for carbon-free California by 2045
A new study, coauthored by MS&E Professor (Teaching) John Weyant, shows California can go carbon-free mostly using current and emerging solutions.
September 29, 2025
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Seven of Congruent Ventures' "50 by 2050" climate tech startups have Stanford roots
MS&E alum John Taggart (PhD '19) is among those recognized that may significantly advance global decarbonization.
September 19, 2025
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Summer REU presentations showcase interdisciplinary research
Undergraduates from across the School of Engineering shared insights from research conducted with MS&E faculty and PhD student mentors.
September 18, 2025
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Trees, soil, and climate: What is the connection?
MS&E alum Kate Calvin (PhD '08, MS '05) and colleagues explore how land use affects both climate and human flourishing.
September 17, 2025
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Stanford teams move emerging sustainability technologies and business models forward with TomKat Innovation Transfer awards
Grantees, including MS&E master's student Charles Shi, received resources to build their sustainability ventures.
September 05, 2025
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Global solutions-focused summit on expanding access to kidney transplantation held at Stanford
Scholars including alum Al Roth (PhD '74, MS '72) and Professor Itai Ashlagi, physicians, healthcare practitioners, and policymakers gathered to explore research advances.
August 22, 2025
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The rise of universities as engines of innovation
For two decades, MS&E Associate Professor Chuck Eesley has studied how entrepreneurship, education, and government investment drive innovation.
August 19, 2025
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Experts seek collaborative solutions to Southeast Asia's 'paradox of sustainability'
Panelists, including former MS&E Adjunct Professor James Ellis, explored US-Southeast Asia collaboration to fulfill the competing promises of economic growth and sustainability.
July 29, 2025
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How smarter incentives could help save forests and support farmers
MS&E faculty members Irene Lo and John Weyant are developing new ways to curb deforestation while boosting rural incomes.
July 23, 2025
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Bright minds and big ideas: Meet SHP’s 2025 Summer Fellows
Meet the 2025 cohort of students, including MS&E senior Kaz Dean Melzer, spending their summer as Stanford Health Policy Undergraduate Research Fellows.
July 02, 2025
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Five Stanford energy fellows open next chapter in research careers
Five Fellows—including Cong Chen, who was co-advised by MS&E Professor Itai Ashlagi—share how their research advanced sustainable energy, and where they are headed next.
June 30, 2025
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Supportive housing offers high-impact, cost-effective response to homelessness and opioid use
A new study shows that providing housing without requiring prior drug treatment produces major public health gains and cost savings.
June 27, 2025
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AI Health Week explores what’s next in medical innovation
Panelists, including Eric Horvitz (PhD '90), explored how clinicians and researchers can thrive alongside emerging technologies.
June 12, 2025
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ICME research symposium 2025
Speakers—including MS&E faculty members Jose Blanchet, Ramesh Johari, and Markus Pelger—presented at the symposium, which explored the frontiers of AI.
June 11, 2025
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Stanford streamlines the process of faculty appointments and promotions
Research by Professor Emeritus Bob Sutton and colleagues influenced the new, simplified process.
May 27, 2025
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Immersive tech, workplace belonging & psychological safety: Highlights from the inaugural SIER research workshop
STVP and Stanford Biodesign hosted the first Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) research workshop.
May 23, 2025
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AI takes central role in national security classes
In courses taught by MS&E Adjunct Professor Steve Blank and alum Eric Volmar (PhD '21), AI is helping students find innovative solutions to global policy issues.
May 22, 2025
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Admiral James O. Ellis Jr. named chair of the National Academy of Engineering
The former MS&E Adjunct Professor is recognized for his leadership in the military, energy, aerospace, and national security sectors.
May 21, 2025