Khalid Saeed

Khalid Saeed is a Professor of Economics and System Dynamics at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), where he directs the System Dynamics and Innovation Management Program. He holds affiliations with the departments of Economics, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, and International & Global Studies. His academic career includes roles at institutions like MIT, Dartmouth College, and the Asian Institute of Technology.

Education: BS from University of Engineering and Technology (Lahore, Pakistan), MS from Asian Institute of Technology (Bangkok, Thailand), and PhD from MIT.

Research focuses on system dynamics applied to public policy, economic development, healthcare, and sustainable development. Notable works include books such as Development Planning and Policy Design and Towards Sustainable Development.

Recent articles highlight system dynamics modeling in cancer research (2021), fiat currency taxation (2022), and policy innovation frameworks. Awards include the Jay Wright Forrester Award (1995) and leadership roles in the System Dynamics Society.

Professional highlights include editorial board memberships, consultancy with UN agencies, and global speaking engagements. His lab, Operational Economics, focuses on bridging theoretical models with real-world policy implementation.