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Center of Innovation
At the MIT ORC, our vibrant community of scholars and researchers work collaboratively to connect data to decisions in order to solve problems effectively—and impact the world positively.
Research
At the MIT ORC, we highly value research and the important role it plays in operations research and analytics. That’s why our students are actively engaged in research from the start.
Read MoreGlobal Impact
Our impact can be felt around the world in areas ranging from finance to education to health care. We create mathematical models to help individuals and organizations make smarter decisions—and to improve society as a whole.
Read MoreORC Community
The MIT ORC is made up of a supportive community of creative and talented students and faculty who work together to positively impact the world.
Read MoreAnalytics
Analytics is the science of using data to build models that lead to decisions that add value to institutions, companies, and individuals.

Intelligent Asset Management
Prof. Welsch's new book Intelligent Asset Management covers many techniques integrated into the asset allocation models.
Read MoreProfessor Antonio Torralba elected 2021 AAAI Fellow
Antonio Torralba, faculty head of Artificial Intelligence and Decision Making within the Department of Electrica
Making smart thermostats more efficient
Buildings account for about 40 percent of U.S.