Scientists Ask MIT to Reconsider Sabatini’s TenureMIT Must Weigh Harassment Concerns Alongside Sabatini VerdictJury Verdict Puts MIT’s Treatment of Sabatini Under Scrutiny
On November 4, scientists urged MIT to review its decision to end David Sabatini’s tenure after a Boston jury found in his favor in a defamation case. The verdict ordered former colleague Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million.On November 4, scientists urged MIT to revisit David Sabatini’s tenure after a jury ordered Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million. The verdict has also raised concern that such judgments could deter people from bringing harassment claims.On November 4, 50 scientists called on MIT to reconsider its decision to end David Sabatini’s tenure, citing new trial evidence and a unanimous jury verdict in his favor. The jury ordered Kristin Knouse to pay him $6 million.