Frank R. Field III

Frank R. Field III is a Senior Research Engineer and Researcher affiliated with the MIT Institute for Data, Systems, and Society (IDSS) and the Technology and Policy Program (TPP). He holds a PhD from MIT and serves as Director of Education for the TPP and Graduate Officer for IDSS. His work bridges economics, materials engineering, decision analysis, and technology policy, focusing on applying systems analysis tools to address challenges in manufacturing, environmental policy, and materials development.

• Education: PhD, MIT

Dr. Field’s research emphasizes practical applications of systems analysis in automotive, aerospace, and resource industries, informing policy decisions on recycling and advanced technologies. He actively contributes to teaching, developing courses in the Technology and Policy Program, and supervising students. His interdisciplinary approach addresses policy implications of emerging technologies and industrial processes.

Advising and grants: Supervised undergraduate and graduate students but no specific grants mentioned. Affiliated with IDSS labs and centers focused on interdisciplinary systems research.