Microsoft Research President Peter Lee to Step Down

Peter Lee, who for years led Microsoft's internal research unit, announced Wednesday he is leaving the company. He is the latest in a string of senior executive departures from Microsoft this year, following Office and Windows boss Rajesh Jha and the Xbox CEO.

• Peter Lee announced his departure from Microsoft on Wednesday
• He led the company's internal research unit for years
• Earlier this year Office and Windows boss Rajesh Jha and the Xbox CEO also left