Ben Fry

Ben Fry is a Lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and founder of Fathom Information Design, a Boston-based studio specializing in data visualization and computational design. He earned a Ph.D. from the MIT Media Laboratory and co-created the widely used programming environment "Processing" with Casey Reas. Fry's work bridges computer science, digital art, and interaction design, with applications in museums, research labs, and collaborations with major clients like Nike, DARPA, and National Geographic.

• Institution: MIT
• Department: Department of Architecture
• Email: fry@mit.edu
• Phone: 617-253-7494

His research focuses on transforming complex data into meaningful visual representations through interactive media and software development. Fry's contributions to computational design have been recognized globally, including the prestigious National Design Award for Interaction Design in 2011.

His work has been applied across diverse domains, demonstrating the intersection of technology, art, and practical problem-solving for organizations such as JP Morgan and feature films.