GTI @ MIT

April 9, 2026 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT

Location:

MIT Schwarzman College of Computing
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
51 Vassar Street (Building 45, 8th floor)
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307

 

ARE YOU READY TO HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF COMPUTING?

Join industry leaders for panel discussions and networking with MIT students interested in engineering, computing, materials science, physics, and related fields.

Explore how semiconductors power technologies such as artificial intelligence, data centers, immersive displays, and next generation computing. Hear from technical experts and MIT alumni about emerging research areas, real industry challenges, and the skills needed to build a career in one of the most innovative industries in the world.

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Agenda

Registration and Tech Challenge

Check in and join us for a fun, interactive session where you’ll test your knowledge, learn surprising facts about the semiconductor industry, and compete for prizes!

Panel Discussion

Technical and Industry Outlook

Industry technologists will explore the breakthroughs driving the next era of computing and the challenges companies are solving today. Topics may include new materials for electronics, emerging memory technologies, AI hardware and software, data center architectures, and display systems for augmented and virtual reality.

Learn where the field is headed, what research areas are gaining momentum, and how academic training connects to real engineering impact. The discussion will highlight the skills and expertise companies are seeking over the next five to ten years.

Moderator:
Leah Magaldi – Sr. Manager/Principal Engineer, Product Development, ADI

Panelists:
Ksenia Rose – Senior Group Director, R&D , Cadence
Anusha Vasan – Performance Architecht, Meta
Marco de Fazio – Strategic Marketing Manager, STMicro

Panel Discussion

Career Pathways and Alumni Journeys

MIT alumni will share candid perspectives on life after graduation. The panel is designed to feature MIT alumni, with a focus on those who have navigated the transition from graduate research into industry. The conversation will focus on choosing between academia and industry, navigating role changes, and building long-term growth in technical careers.

Panelists will discuss how collaborative industry environments are, how easy it is to pivot between fields, and what factors mattered most when selecting a company. Students will hear practical advice on internships, negotiation, mentorship, and the MIT experiences that proved most valuable.

Moderator
Jin Yu – Head of Machine Learning, Teradyne

Panelists:
Larry Blair – Director Foundry Technology Enablment, AMD
Georgios Angelopoulos – Senior Principal Engineer, Marvell

Networking

Networking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders

Connect with industry professionals, faculty, and fellow students in a dynamic networking session following the panels. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, explore career paths, and build valuable connections.

Participating Companies