Kripa Varanasi, professor of mechanical engineering, was named faculty director of the MIT Deshpande Center for Technological Innovation, effective March 1.“Kripa is widely recognized for his significant contributions in the field of interfacial science, thermal fluids, electrochemical systems, and advanced materials. It’s remarkable to see the tangible impact Kripa’s ventures have made across such a wide range of fields,” says Anantha P. Chandrakasan, dean of the School of Engineering, chief innovation and strategy officer, and Vannevar Bush Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. “From energy and water conservation to consumer…
