The World Conference 2017 in Vienna
What We Call Growth of even a Simple Organism is a Tremendously Complex Phenomenon
Vienna is internationally recognized as the cradle of Systems Science by the pioneering achievements and foundational work towards a General Systems Theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy in the 1950s. After more than 60 years, we offer a unique opportunity to present Vienna again as a strong international hub for the Systems Sciences. In July 2017 the International Society for the Systems Sciences (ISSS) invites you to their 61st Systems Science World Conference (ISSS2017) in cooperation with the Bertalanffy Center for the Study of Systems Science in Vienna. Transdisciplinarity is the necessary foundation for radical innovations, learning from each other and exploring together. More than 300 contributions by international scientists from a diverse disciplinary background will deal with the present global challenges. Technological, biological and social systems and their design are at the center of the international conference. At the interface of science, humanities, engineering and design, this conference will present the latest insights of the interdependencies between social, ecological and technological systems, as well as practical examples of appropriate design skills for sustainable living concepts and meaningful technologies for a future oriented humanity.
The World Conference ISSS2017 aims to design a forum to bridge the gap between science and practice. It focuses on the current challenges of European and international politics, economy and society, as well as on global change and developments. European and international business and industry representatives, as well as representatives from politics and society, are invited to join and dive into this science-based dialogue in Austria.
Five thematic areas will highlight the creative tensions of humans, nature, organization, and technology in the shared discourse: “Government & Governance”, “Economy”, “Health”, “Eco-Systems” and “Innovation, Education & Development”. In addition, ISSS2017 serves as a platform for young scientists to present their research projects, ideas and solutions to an audience of international specialists and stakeholders. Participants will experience how complex ecological, social and technological systems work together and how the Systems Sciences lead to sustainable solution and practical applications. With this event, ISSS and BCSSS have set themselves the goal of establishing and expanding Vienna as a crucial international hub for the Systems Sciences. More than 500 international guests are expected.