Faculty members cite his transformative work on contract theory.
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But recent research suggests that such wellness programs often have limited effectiveness. To truly build a healthier future of work, employers will need to address how their own management practices contribute to employee ill health—and focus on changing those.
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“Getting people back to work safely is imperative,” says Prof. Pentland. “Certifying immunity in a way that preserves personal privacy is the first step toward helping people stay safe and healthy."
Recent news and events related to the MIT Institute for Work and Employment Research (IWER)
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The MIT Sloan School of Management is launching the school’s second international office. Officially opening in October 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Schmittlein arrived on campus in 2007 “not to change MIT, but to help it be the best version of its distinctive self.”
Is working from home good for employees? New research finds that the answer depends on the circumstances—and in particular, whether at-home work is replacing time in the office or adding to it.
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Chintan Vaishnav was appointed to serve as mission director of India’s Atal Innovation Mission. The Mission is India’s initiative to create and promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
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While substantial innovation is needed to enable the transition to clean energy systems, evidence is limited as to what policy mechanisms actually work to help drive private-sector innovation.
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In the pursuit of personalized medicine, Isma Benattia finds rewards in ambitious projects.
