1959, BSc and 1961, MSc, MIT; 1964, PhD, Carnegie-Mellon University. 1965-69, with University of South Carolina; 1970, with MIT including: 1977-84, Founding Director, Laboratory for Manufacturing and Productivity; 1973-84, Founder and Director, Industry Polymer Processing Program; 1991-2001, Professor and Director, Park Center for Complex Systems and Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering. 1984-88, Presidential Appointee, National Science Foundation, in charge of engineering. Author of over 300 papers and seven books, holds more than 70 patents and edited several books. Recipient of seven honorary doctoral degrees. Recipient of numerous awards.