Melissa Choi has been appointed the new director of MIT Lincoln Laboratory, effective from July 1. She will take over from Eric Evans, who has served as director for 18 years. Choi has previously served as assistant director of the lab and is recognized for her technical breadth, leadership, managerial skills, and strategic vision. In…
Eric Evans, the director of MIT Lincoln Laboratory and chair of the Defense Science Board (DSB), was awarded the Department of Defense (DoD) Medal for Distinguished Public Service on May 31. The award, presented by Heidi Shyu, the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering and the DoD chief technology officer, is the highest…
Eric Evans, the director of MIT Lincoln Laboratory, will be stepping down from his position on July 1, 2024, after an 18-year tenure. Following this, he will be assuming the role of fellow in the director's office at Lincoln Laboratory, as well as hold an appointment as a senior fellow in the Security Studies Program…
Eric Evans is stepping down as the director of MIT Lincoln Laboratory on July 1, 2024. He has led the lab through 18 years of technology research and development for national advancements, serving as an influential advisor to senior government officials on technology strategy. Following his departure, Evans will adopt the role of fellow in…