Franklin E.W. Hadley is the Director for Outreach and Communications at the MIT Institute for Soldier Nanotechnologies (ISN), a U.S. Army-sponsored University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) dedicated to advancing nanotechnology-based solutions for warfighter protection and capability. In this role, Mr. Hadley provides strategic leadership across all external engagement activities and serves as a senior advisor to ISN’s executive leadership team.

With more than two decades of experience at MIT, Mr. Hadley plays a pivotal role in translating the ISN’s cutting-edge research to key stakeholders across the Department of Defense, the broader federal science and technology enterprise, industry, and the public. He is the ISN’s principal liaison for media, communications, partnerships, and high-level visitors, and regularly represents the Institute in briefings and engagements.

Mr. Hadley oversees the planning and execution of major ISN events, the development of strategic communications materials, and the stewardship of the ISN website. He frequently leads special initiatives and cross-functional projects that support the Institute’s mission.

In addition to his role at ISN, Mr. Hadley oversees operations for MIT CHEFSI and serves as the designated Guest Processing Agent (GPA). In this capacity, he manages the secure submission of high-performance computing (HPC) account requests through the NNSA’s SARAPE system, supporting early access to national Tri-Lab computing resources. As GPA, Mr. Hadley is responsible for verifying user eligibility and coordinating closely with federal HPC administrators to ensure compliance with program requirements and timelines.

He works closely with senior officials at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory (DEVCOM ARL), including the ISN Program Manager and Transition Program Manager, as well as with leaders across the Department of Defense and interagency organizations such as the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office. Within MIT ISN, Mr. Hadley serves as a key point of contact for MIT faculty, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and entities across the MIT innovation ecosystem.

Mr. Hadley joined MIT in 2003 and was appointed ISN Outreach and Communications Director in 2006. Prior to MIT, he coordinated events and development initiatives for a Boston-based nonprofit organization.