Remembering Mathieu Le Provost: AeroAstro researcher, adventurer, and friend
“He dived deep, even into cold water, but came out stronger and brought along others for a joyous adventure.”
Cynthia Griffin Wolff, acclaimed biographer and longtime MIT professor, dies at 87
The scholar’s body of work included two literary biographies of great American writers.
Professor Emeritus Ralph Gakenheimer, mobility planner and champion of international development, dies at 89
The longtime faculty member in the Department of Urban Studies and Planning leaves a lasting impact on infrastructure around the globe.
Professor Emeritus John Vander Sande, microscopist, entrepreneur, and admired mentor, dies at 80
A trailblazer in electron microscopy, Vander Sande is remembered for his dedication to teaching, service, and global collaboration.
Owen Coté, military technology expert and longtime associate director of the Security Studies Program, dies at 63
An influential national expert on undersea warfare, Coté is remembered as "the heart and soul of SSP."
Professor Emerita Mary-Lou Pardue, pioneering cellular and molecular biologist, dies at 90
Known for her rigorous approach to science and her influential research, Pardue paved the way for women in science at MIT and beyond.
Arvind, longtime MIT professor and prolific computer scientist, dies at 77
The dedicated teacher and academic leader transformed research in computer architectures, parallel computing, and digital design, enabling faster and more efficient computation.
Jonathan Byrnes, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics senior lecturer and visionary in supply chain management, dies at 75
A cherished colleague, Byrnes left an “immense” legacy as a key member of MIT CTL’s education programs for more than 30 years.
Professor Emeritus Jerome Connor, pioneer in structural mechanics, dies at 91
Longtime influential professor and expert in structural engineering remembered for his mentorship and contributions to the field.
Professor Emeritus David Lanning, nuclear engineer and key contributor to the MIT Reactor, dies at 96
Remembering the research contributions of a nuclear engineering expert and passionate teacher.
Francis Fan Lee, former professor and interdisciplinary speech processing inventor, dies
The former EECS professor and RLE affiliate helped to develop a machine that read text out loud and won an Emmy for work on subtly speeding up film and audio without a noticeable loss of pitch.
Remembering Chasity Nunez, a shining star at MIT Health
A “perpetual learner,” Nunez was beloved at MIT and in her community.
Professor Emeritus Bernhardt Wuensch, crystallographer and esteemed educator, dies at 90
A pioneer in solid-state ionics and materials science education, Wuensch is remembered for his thoughtful scholarship and grace in teaching and mentoring.
Remembering Ken Johnson Jr., MIT DAPER director of communications, promotions, and marketing
His love of sports and working with students shone throughout his career.
Professor Edward Roberts, management scholar, champion of entrepreneurship, and “MIT icon,” dies at 88
The trailblazing MIT Sloan professor identified keys to successful technology-based business, helping generations of MIT students and faculty to start firms.