About NICO
The Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems was founded in 2004 with the goals of uncovering fundamental principles governing complex systems in science, technology, and human behavior and applying these principles to solve societally relevant problems through the analysis, design, and control of complex systems. Today, NICO serves as a hub and facilitator for pathbreaking research in complexity and data science transcending the boundaries of established disciplines.
NICO is a collaboration between the McCormick School of Engineering and the Kellogg School of Management.
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Center for Science of Science & Innovation (CSSI)
CSSI is the first academic hub of its kind to bring together the world’s foremost experts in science of science and innovation. This center is led by Dashun Wang of the Kellogg School and NICO.
Systematic Content Analysis of Litigation Events Open Knowledge Network (SCALES - OKN)
SCALES is working to transform the accessibility and transparency of federal courts. This initiative is led by NICO Professors Adam Pah and Luis Amaral and is supported by an NSF Convergence Accelerator Grant.
Apply to Open Positions at NICO
NICO is seeking exceptional candidates for Post Doctoral Fellows and research assistance in computational social science, science of science, and complex systems.
News & Events
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Study Identifies 160 Possible 'Crews' of Criminal Cops in Chicago
A new study using machine learning and network analysis has identified 160 possible "crews" of officers in the Chicago Police Department responsible for a disproportionate share of police misconduct and violence. This research was led by the N3 Initiative and Andrew Papachristos.
Dean Julio M. Ottino Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Congratulations to Dean Julio M. Ottino on his election to the National Academy of Sciences. An expert on nonlinear dynamics and complex systems, Dean Ottino was elected for his distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.
Virtual Collaboration Hinders a Key Component of Creativity
The shift from in-person teamwork to virtual has become a central concern for employers and educators. In Nature News & Views, Agnes Horvat and Brian Uzzi discuss new research which finds that virtual collaboration hinders idea generation.
Are Conferences Worth the Time and Money?
Research from Emma Zajdela and Daniel Abrams finds that interactions, at both in-person and virtual conferences, were a significant predictor of future collaborations.
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Spring classes end
June 4
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Commencement
June 13
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Fall classes begin 8 a.m.
September 20
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