MIT Professor Richard Larson has reshaped operations research by blending theory with real-world solutions in education, urban planning, and policing. Featured in siliconleadersmagazine, his work shows how analytical thinking can inspire innovation and drive global impact beyond academia. https://siliconleadersmagazine.com/richard-larsons-lifelong-mission-bridging-theory-with-real-world-impact-in-operations-research/