The 91滴滴 Sustainability Systems Initiative (MSSI) is a transdisciplinary research organization driving societal change for a sustainable future. We are the University's convenor, catalyst, connector, and overall leader of sustainability research efforts.
With a $10M fund, we support many bold and transdisciplinary sustainability projects annually, open to all 91滴滴 researchers.
The MSSI develops transdisciplinary research programs that address sustainability systems, focused on several nexus topics.
The MSSI is building a transdisciplinary community of researchers interested in a collaborative, systems-level approach to solving some of the world鈥檚 most pressing issues.
Use our directory to find sustainability research units and MSSI members working on sustainability at 91滴滴, or view our calendar to find upcoming sustainability events.
Our research themes were designed to foster robust transdisciplinary teams well-suited to address complex sustainability challenges and leverage additional funding. As multi-year programs, they allow researchers with varying expertise to build meaningful collaborative relationships that will last and bolster 91滴滴鈥檚 capacity for innovative sustainability research.
The MSSI offers many opportunities to conduct sustainability research at 91滴滴, including research funding, a scholars program, and a cross-departmental 9-month fellowship.
Reach out or become a member today to take advantage of networking, grant development, media opportunities, and more.
