For our vision, The Institute for Research in Complexity and Society is dedicated to applying insights from the study of complexity science to social problems faced by the world community. What is unique about our institute is that we address these issues in a manner that is rigorous theoretically, is supported empirically, and applied pragmatically. That is why we bring together scientists, mathematicians, practitioners, organizational leaders, and technological pioneers in a collaborative setting unhampered by the downsides of traditional academic and government organizational cultures. 

 Our mission is to engage with communities of practice, small and large organizations, and social enterprises directly, and to do so in ways that improve their effectiveness and at the same time further the development of theory and research methods generalizable to in other milieus as a means to further the accumulation and measurement of social value.

Via Steve Wilhite