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Larry John Leifer is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Emeritus at Stanford University. His research concentrates on engineering design thinking, particularly in how design teams operate and improve their practices. He has explored several pertinent areas, including design-team research methodology, global collaboration, innovation leadership, and interaction design. His work integrates critical paradigms of neuroscience and analytical design synthesis to advance the emerging field of NeuroDesign. Over a career spanning several decades, he has held various positions, including Founding Director of the Stanford Center for Innovation in Design Research and the Hasso Plattner Design Thinking Research Program. Leifer has won numerous accolades, including honorary fellowships and teaching innovation awards, illustrating his impact on the field of engineering education and research.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Professor of Mechanical Engineering focused on design thinking and engineering design practices.
Patent for systems and methods in diagnostic and recommendation interactions.
Patent application for innovative TV systems.
Patent for concurrent voice and text processing in sketches.
Patent on accessing and retrieving audio/video content alongside sketches.
Patent for communication methods utilizing sized icons.
Patent for a communication method for aiding language-deficient patients.
Patent related to manipulator gloves used in space suits.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.