UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / November 20, 2025 / Marquis Who's Who honors Richard "Dick" Larson, PhD, for his expertise in operations research and urban applications. With more than 50 years of experience, Dr. Larson has made groundbreaking advancements in mathematical modeling and public systems, particularly in emergency response systems and public health practices. His work has shaped the field of operations research and continues to influence both academia and real-world applications.
About Dr. Richard "Dick" Larson
Dr. Larson began his distinguished career in operations research in 1969 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he served as a professor for more than 50 years. Known for his research and contributions to urban applications, his most significant achievement is the development of the Hypercube Queuing Model.
This model has become a cornerstone for understanding and optimizing spatially distributed queuing systems, such as those used in emergency response systems for police, fire and emergency medical services. Dr. Larson addressed complex challenges by developing an efficient algorithm that incorporated a clever compression technique, allowing for rapid processing even as the number of responders exponentially grew.
Dr. Larson co-founded an applied research and consulting firm, initially called Enforth Corp. and later known as Q.E.D. The firm functions as a platform for implementing research in practical settings. Dr. Larson's work has had a lasting impact on both academic research and real-world applications, particularly in the public sector.
In addition to his academic and consulting efforts, Dr. Larson cofounded the MIT BLOSSOMS (Blended Learning Open Source Science Or Math Studies) program. The program boasts one of the first open-source repositories for science and math video lessons, which are now widely distributed on YouTube. This initiative has revolutionized access to science and math education, providing a valuable resource for learners worldwide.
An Impressive Background in Leadership and Learning
Dr. Larson's leadership extends beyond his work at MIT. He served as president of both the Operations Research Society of America and the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS). His leadership in these organizations has been instrumental in advancing operations research and inspiring collaboration among researchers and professionals.
Dr. Larson has written numerous publications, including his 1972 work "Urban Police Patrol Analysis," which won the prestigious Lanchester Prize for best publication in operations research. He also co-wrote "Urban Operations Research," a textbook that has been cited over 1,300 times, with Professor Amedeo Odoni. Most recently, Dr. Larson wrote "Model Thinking for Everyday Life," a book published by INFORMS in 2023. The book encourages readers to think differently and make more effective decisions using model-based thinking, a key concept in operations research.
Dr. Larson's educational foundation, which includes a Doctor of Philosophy in operations research from MIT, has provided him with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead groundbreaking research in urban systems. He remains committed to advancing the field and plans to expand the reach of his book in the years to come. Additionally, Dr. Larson is an esteemed member of the National Academy of Engineering, one of the most respected organizations in his field.
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