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Karl T. Ulrich is the CIBC Endowed Professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, with dual appointments in the Department of Operations, Information and Decisions and the Department of Mechanical Engineering. A renowned scholar and practitioner in product design, innovation, and entrepreneurship, he has co-founded key institutions like Venture Lab, the Weiss Tech House, and the Integrated Product Design Program. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world impact, evidenced by 24 patents and ventures such as Terrapass Inc. and the Xootr scooter.
- Education: MIT (BS, MS, ScD in Mechanical Engineering)
His research focuses on product design, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with recent articles exploring animal ethics in food supply chains and evidence-based housing standards. Earlier work investigates machine learning in idea generation and innovation tournaments. Awards include the Anvil Award, Miller-Sherrerd Award, and multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards at Wharton. He has taught courses like Product Design, Product Management, and Innovation, often incorporating studio and project-based learning. His executive education programs emphasize strategic technology leadership and global business challenges.
