Here you will find the topic of Quantum Computing through a series of symbols aimed to convey the challenging nature of this emerging technology. The far-left image of Schrödinger's Cat expresses how observation collapses a Qubit—a system existing in superposition (multiple states simultaneously, unlike a classical bit's "0" or "1")—into a single definite state. "If you try to measure it, it will collapse, decohere," explains Professor Jonathan Ruane. Finding the solution is like finding a needle in a haystack (second from left), and the fragility of quantum systems is akin to carrying a snowflake in a desert. The Bloch Sphere (far right) visualizes quantum states and measurements.  

The summary image below depicts a 90-minute session on the topic, part of a week-long custom program for technical executives that also included Digital Solutions, Innovation, AI, and Cybersecurity. Applying these topics to real business challenges, the faculty encouraged participants to think expansively about long-term, future-based solutions—considering the potential and limits of quantum computing in the coming years. 

Scribing—visually representing ideas while people talk—is a distinct social art form that facilitates group learning and cultural memory. Scribed images enhance the learning experience by mapping ideas as they emerge, aiding both decision-making and information retention. Scribes listen on multiple levels—factually, with empathy, and for emerging possibility—to simplify complex concepts and make them accessible. By providing a visual representation of the program's content, participants can revisit and reflect on key insights, ensuring that knowledge gained becomes both memorable and actionable. 

At MIT, scribing takes on additional depth through the deliberate integration of systems thinking and conceptual frameworks. Scribed drawings function as layered narratives, representing both specific stories and examples while simultaneously mapping interconnected ideas across domains. In the physical classrooms and in online digital experiences, participants can scan the visuals to discern key themes from faculty presentations alongside the related threads through an entire program. This transforms scribing from simple recording into a tool for systemic understanding and collective sense-making. 

The sequence of hieroglyphs that are on display around the E66 Suite each represent a theme within Custom and Open Enrollment Program designs. While just a sampling of the overall range of topics, the images on display represent:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Corporate Finance
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Solutions
• Leadership
• Operations
• Sustainability
• Systems Thinking 

We encourage you to find the other themes throughout the space.