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.
Announcements
The lastest news and events from the NICO.
NICO 101: Introduction to Programming for Big Data
NICO-101 provides an introduction to the foundational skills needed by data scientists. Enrollment for the fall course begins May 2018.
SICSS Chicago
The Summer Institute in Computational Social Science is sponsoring a Chicago partner site hosted at Northwestern University from June 17 to June 29, 2018.
Job Opportunities
NICO and the Kellogg School are looking for an exceptional candidate to fill an open postdoctoral position.News & Events
News
Using big data to analyze soccer
Read how Luis Amaral’s lab developed the first objective, data-driven system for understanding who to watch on soccer fields across the globe. Northwestern Now article.
Unemployment and financial distress may trigger school shootings
Professor Adam Pah discusses new research showing a correlation between increased unemployment and rising gun violence at schools in this CNBC commentary.
Symposium Examines Role of Microgrids in Sustainable Development
Experts gathered on April 10th at Northwestern’s Symposium on Microgrids to share knowledge about and experiences with self-contained power microgrids in the face of disasters.
How Will Automation Affect Different U.S. Cities?
How will automation affect different U.S. cities? Kellogg School and NICO Professor Hyejin Youn and colleagues seek to understand how machines will disrupt economies.
Events
The 160th Annual Commencement
June 22
8:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Data Science Research Day
June 25
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Data Science Nights @ Northwestern - June Meeting
June 25
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Independence Day (no classes)
July 4
All Day
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NICO Reading Group
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