IIASA in Brief

The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) is an independent, international research institute with National Member Organizations in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. 

Through its research programs and initiatives, the institute conducts policy-oriented research into issues that are too large or complex to be solved by a single country or academic discipline. This includes pressing concerns that affect the future of all of humanity, such as climate change, energy security, population aging, and sustainable development. 

IIASA Overview: Information about IIASA, its research, publications, and governance (pdf)

The results of IIASA research and the expertise of its researchers are made available to policymakers in countries around the world to help them produce effective, science-based policies that will enable them to face these challenges. 

IIASA is governed by a Council that is made up of one representative of each of IIASA’s member countries. Along with various external advisory bodies, the Council also regularly evaluates the institute's work.


Flyers and brochures

  • IIASA brochure (pdf)
  • Young Scientists Summer Program (pdf)
  • IIASA Postdoctoral Program (pdf
  • IIASA Network and Alumni (pdf)

IIASA research scope and impact 

Services to the research community: IIASA models, tools, and data

Awards, achievements, and science to policy impacts



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Last edited: 12 July 2021

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International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
Schlossplatz 1, A-2361 Laxenburg, Austria
Phone: (+43 2236) 807 0 Fax:(+43 2236) 71 313