Production in the Innovation Economy

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Forum on Rebuilding the American Economy

co-sponsored with MIT Political Science Department

September 15, 2011 :: Wong Auditorium :: E51-115

3:00 p.m.
Introduction to the Distinguished Speaker Series
RICHARD LOCKE
Professor and Head, Political Science Department

3:05 p.m.
Introduction and Overview
SUSAN HOCKFIELD
MIT President

3:20 p.m.
Production in the Innovation Economy Commission Forum on Manufacturing

  • Success Stories: Can They Be Multiplied?
  • Technology Transformation: Can Advanced Manufacturing Save U.S. Industry
  • US-China Partnerships: Who Gains What?

4:30 p.m.
RON BLOOM
Former Senior Counselor to the President for Manufacturing Policy

5:15 p.m.
Commentary
ROBERT SOLOW
Institute Professor and Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences

5:30-6:00 p.m.
Q&A and Wrap-up

 

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