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IIASA is taking part in the Ferienspiel Camp 2025 within the Laxenburg Feriensommer for children! On 22 July children aged 6-9 will visit IIASA to learn about the work of researchers and scientists and explore the biodiversity of Schlosspark Laxenburg.

Drawing on personal reflections and real-world examples, IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program participant, Avijit Pandit, explores the question of how scientists can ensure that their influence remains anchored in purpose rather than in power, and provides a quick guide for sustainability and systems scientists to navigate today’s science landscape.

IIASA Gender Equality Reports provide an annual, data-driven overview of our progress in advancing equity across the Institute.  

IIASA welcomes it's second cohort of Summer School for Systems Modeling participants.

A new policy brief, produced as part of the LAMASUS project, highlights that strategic agricultural de-intensification in the EU could help reduce agricultural carbon emissions by nearly a third and considerably improve biodiversity recovery.

As part of the 2025 K-Girls Global Program, supported by the Korean government, a group of 30 outstanding female university students majoring in STEM fields will be visiting IIASA.

The 2025 edition of INQUIMUS themed “Centering Justice in Climate Risk Management for Transformative Change” will take place from 2–4 December 2025, at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) in Laxenburg, Austria. 

3 Day Capacity Building event held in Sofia, Bulgaria as part of the Danube Water Balance Project

The 2024 Annual Report provides a concise overview of the achievements and contributions made by IIASA researchers in various fields over the past year. In addition, it illustrates the Institute's effective use of science diplomacy, capacity building, collaborations, and networks, and highlights the structures, policies, and processes IIASA has implemented to enrich the research ecosystem and maintain its reputation as a leading center for impactful, policy-oriented applied systems analysis.

Working with the Government of Uttar Pradesh, India, and the World Bank, researchers from the IIASA Pollution Management Research Group helped develop a forward-looking clean air strategy for the Uttar Pradesh state of India, based on air quality levels, trends, and prominent pollution sources.

In 2024, IIASA expanded its global partnerships to drive collaborative research and policy innovation in sustainability, climate action, and systems science through new agreements, joint initiatives, and high-level engagements. 

In 2024, IIASA strengthened its position as a trusted science diplomacy actor by deepening engagement with international institutions and supporting evidence-based policy dialogue across global platforms.  

As part of its mission, IIASA aims to provide scientific guidance to policymakers by finding solutions to global problems through applied systems analysis. Through interdisciplinary research and international collaboration, the Institute delivers independent, science-based insights into critical policy issues, supporting evidence-informed decision-making on challenges such as climate change, energy security, and sustainable development. 

Air pollution has become the leading health risk in Nepal, contributing to around 26,000 premature deaths each year. IIASA researchers provided scientific tools and analysis for a new World Bank report presenting the country’s first comprehensive clean air plan to address the problem.

IIASA has released its second Gender Equality Report, outlining the progress made in 2024 toward fostering a more equitable and inclusive workplace.   

The Strategic Initiatives Program plays an important role in advancing initiatives through strong engagement with the Institute’s member organizations while delivering groundbreaking research. In 2024, the program launched a Call for Expressions of Interest, informed by insights from the Member Organizations Engagement Workshop held in October 2023. Following rigorous evaluation, two initiatives were selected for funding: Biodiversity and Land-use Objectives for Optimal Management (bloom) and Wildfires and Climate Change in the Boreal Zone (Fire&Ice).

In 2024, the Population and Just Societies Program focused on addressing the questions surrounding the concepts of justice, inclusion, and human wellbeing across diverse social and demographic contexts. 

As the climate clock ticks, the Energy, Climate, and Environment Program continued to examine the intricate links between climate, energy, and institutional resilience. 

In 2024, the Economic Frontiers Program explored the shifting dynamics between demography, health, and sustainability.