Successful technology-driven companies build an ongoing connection between their product development efforts, and the problems, needs and goals of their customers. This process requires technically skilled people who can also manage teams, build relationships, and adapt to changing conditions.
One such example is Andrew Cook '76, SM '76, PhD '78 who serves as senior vice president of customer relations and marketing for AREVA, a global developer of nuclear and renewable energy.
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Seeing the human pulse
An algorithm that can accurately gauge heart rate by measuring tiny head movements in video data could ultimately help diagnose cardiac disease.
