Daniel Frey

Dr. Daniel Frey is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at MIT and Faculty Research Director of D-Lab, where he leads groundbreaking research in robust design and statistics. After earning his B.S. in Aeronautical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, M.S. from the University of Colorado, and Ph.D. from MIT, he has established himself as a leader in engineering design methodology. His research focuses on ensuring engineering systems function despite variations in manufacturing, wear, and environmental conditions through innovative statistical approaches. As Head of the Design and Manufacturing Area within Mechanical Engineering and former co-Director of the International Design Center at Singapore University of Technology and Design, he has shaped engineering education globally. His diverse experience includes designing prosthetic devices, flying aircraft in the U.S. Navy, and directing children's television content. His excellence has been recognized through multiple awards, including two R&D 100 Awards, the MIT Baker Award for Outstanding Teaching, and the MIT Aeronautics and Astronautics Teaching Award. Currently, he leads cross-disciplinary research at D-Lab and serves as Principal Investigator for the Comprehensive Initiative on Technology Evaluation, focusing on engineering solutions for developing countries.