Frederick Bianchi
Expert Bio

Professor Bianchi works in the area of music technology. As the director of music technology research, Bianchi works with students from all disciplines. His particular focus is Virtual Orchestra technology and multichannel sound design. He also oversees the Media Arts Group Innovation Center (MAGIC).

The New York Times
The World’s Most-Visited Glaciers Could Soon Be Gone

The New York Times spoke with Fred Bianchi, director of the Glacier National Park project center, about a new report from UNESCO that warns the world’s glaciers are disappearing. Professor Bianchi talked about the report’s potential effects on tourism, and the steps the park is taking to try to protect the glaciers.

National Park Service
Turning Obstacles into Opportunities

The National Park Service quoted Music Professor Fred Bianchi, director and advisor at the Glacier National Park Project Center, and detailed how WPI students pivoted when COVID-19 impacted their research there.

Article courtesy of the Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center, Glacier National Park

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