MS&E 394: Advanced Methods in Modeling for Climate and Energy Policy
Design and application of computational models and techniques for assessing climate and energy policy, and for predicting the impacts of climate change. Topics include 1) best practices in research design, model design and selection; 2) types of models available, taxonomy, core concepts, and limitations; 3) interpreting and presenting model results; and 4) advanced topics and recent literature, e.g. representing uncertainty, technological change, distributional change, and cross-sectoral climate impacts. Prerequisites: MS&E 241, MS&E 211, or equivalents.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Weyant, J. (PI)
MS&E 408: Directed Reading and Research
Directed reading and research on a subject of mutual interest to student and faculty member. Available to undergraduate, master, and doctoral students. Student must clarify deliverables, units, and grading basis with faculty member before applicable deadlines. Prerequisite: consent of instructor
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-10
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Ashlagi, I. (PI)
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Bambos, N. (PI)
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Blanchet, J. (PI)
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Ashlagi, I. (PI)
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Bambos, N. (PI)
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Blanchet, J. (PI)
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Brandeau, M. (PI)
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Byers, T. (PI)
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Eesley, C. (PI)
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Eisenhardt, K. (PI)
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Giesecke, K. (PI)
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Glynn, P. (PI)
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Goel, A. (PI)
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Hinds, P. (PI)
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Johari, R. (PI)
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Karunakaran, A. (PI)
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Katila, R. (PI)
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Lo, I. (PI)
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Pate-Cornell, E. (PI)
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Pelger, M. (PI)
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Saberi, A. (PI)
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Shachter, R. (PI)
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Sheares, A. (PI)
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Sidford, A. (PI)
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Sutton, R. (PI)
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Sweeney, J. (PI)
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Syrgkanis, V. (PI)
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Tse, E. (PI)
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Udell, M. (PI)
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Ugander, J. (PI)
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Valentine, M. (PI)
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Van Roy, B. (PI)
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Vitercik, E. (PI)
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Weyant, J. (PI)
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Ye, Y. (PI)
MS&E 447: Blockchain Technologies & Entrepreneurship
This course offers a concise, in-depth exploration of entrepreneurship in decentralized computing, focusing on the rapid advance of decentralized blockchain technology since Bitcoin's release in 2009. We'll examine relevant technological advancements and their market opportunities in finance, AI, social media, gaming, and open computing. Discussions will differentiate lasting innovations from transient trends, helping students sort real advances from headline-grabbing volatility, speculation, and fraud. The course features guest speakers from top blockchain startups and venture capital firms, fostering actionable real-world insights. Key topics include blockchain foundations, emerging trends in scalable infrastructure, AI, verifiable computation, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Real World Assets (RWA), decentralized governance (e.g. DAOs), and Decentralized Physical Infrastructure (DePIN). The course will equip students with foundational knowledge for potential entrepreneurial ventures based on distributed computing.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
12 times
(up to 12 units total)
Instructors:
Pelger, M. (PI)
MS&E 449: Buy-Side Investing
In-class lectures and guest speakers who work in the Buy-Side to explore the synergies amongst the various players¿ roles, risk appetites, and investment time and return horizons. We aim to see the forest and the different species of trees growing in the forest known as the Buy-Side, so as to develop a perspective as financial engineers for how the ecosystem functions, what risks it digests, how it generates capital at what rate and amount for the Sell-Side, and how impacts in the real economy are reflected - or should be reflected - in the culture and risk models adopted by the Buy-Side participants.
Terms: Win
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Cahan, B. (PI)
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Somda, F. (TA)
MS&E 454: Decision Analysis Seminar
Current research and related topics presented by doctoral students and invited speakers. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: 252.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Shachter, R. (PI)
MS&E 463: Healthcare Systems Design (PEDS 463)
Students work on projects to analyze and design various aspects of healthcare delivery including hospital patient flow, clinical risk prediction, physician networks, clinical outcomes, reimbursement incentives, and community health. Students work in small teams under the supervision of the course instructor and partners at the Lucille Packard Children's Hospital, the Stanford Hospital, and other regional healthcare providers. Prerequisite: 263 and a mandatory meeting during the preceding Winter quarter to choose projects.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3-4
Instructors:
Scheinker, D. (PI)
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Zhang, E. (TA)
MS&E 472: Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders' Seminar
Learn about entrepreneurship, innovation, culture, startups and strategy from a diverse lineup of accomplished leaders and entrepreneurs in venture capital, technology, education, philanthropy and more. Open to all Stanford students. Required weekly assignment. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Belani, R. (PI)
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Ma, E. (PI)
MS&E 478: Ases Breakthrough
Eight-week long program designed to help audacious builders and aspiring VCs from across educational backgrounds (undergraduates, masters, PhD) break into the entrepreneurial world. We help students identify, evaluate, and capitalize on venture opportunities. Strong emphasis on project-based work, relationship-building, and international presence in venture capital, with the cohort split into teams, each assigned to a VC mentor to help with hands-on projects involving identifying entrepreneurial talent, world-building, due diligence, and more. Each VC mentor will have a concentration in an industry of their choice. This will help guide our students to focus on a series of two-week projects within a particular domain. It will be taught this Spring.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
5 times
(up to 5 units total)
Instructors:
Udell, M. (PI)
MS&E 489: Leadership Lab (DESIGN 368, ME 368)
The Leadership Lab (previously known as d.Leadership) is a one-of-a-kind hands-on leadership course. This course bridges leadership research and principles with real-world application, offering a unique opportunity to grasp not only the theory but also the practical application of leadership. Real Application: Embrace a dynamic learning environment where theory meets practice. You will apply a wide range of leadership capabilities and skills within real, live teams and environments - all with instruction along the way. Experiment with your Leadership Style: We believe your leadership style is something you must prototype and iterate throughout your life. This course creates a safe environment where you can practice new leadership techniques without worrying about your reputation or next performance review in a real work environment. As you practice new techniques, you will undoubtedly experience highs and lows and most importantly refine your own leadership point of view. Key Topic Are
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The Leadership Lab (previously known as d.Leadership) is a one-of-a-kind hands-on leadership course. This course bridges leadership research and principles with real-world application, offering a unique opportunity to grasp not only the theory but also the practical application of leadership. Real Application: Embrace a dynamic learning environment where theory meets practice. You will apply a wide range of leadership capabilities and skills within real, live teams and environments - all with instruction along the way. Experiment with your Leadership Style: We believe your leadership style is something you must prototype and iterate throughout your life. This course creates a safe environment where you can practice new leadership techniques without worrying about your reputation or next performance review in a real work environment. As you practice new techniques, you will undoubtedly experience highs and lows and most importantly refine your own leadership point of view. Key Topic Areas: Leveraging Failure and Learning to Pivot; Leading with Influence in the Absence of Authority; Framing Projects with Purpose in Order to Drive Momentum; and Subtracting Friction in Organizational Change. By the end of this course, you will have enhanced and transformed your leadership capabilities, found your natural strengths, enhanced them, and explored new horizons. Join us and experience a leadership journey that is both inspiring and hands-on. Preference to graduate students and students who have previously taken MS&E 280 or equivalent (not a prerequisite). Reach out to the teaching team with questions. Admission by Application
https://forms.gle/B4sFZxjTaN4fFvRQ9 due 5pm on March 22, 2024.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3-4
Instructors:
Klebahn, P. (PI)
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Velcich, K. (PI)
MS&E 494: The Stanford Energy Seminar (CEE 301, ENERGY 301)
Interdisciplinary exploration of current energy challenges and opportunities, with talks by faculty, visitors, and students. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
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