Is this Program right for me?



"This program encouraged me, inspired me, and sparked my creative process. Before participating in the Design Science Lab, I had many hopes for the future of the world, but I did not have a vehicle to solve problems. By the end of this program, I learned how I can use the Design Science methodology to troubleshoot, and problem-solve the world's largest issues."

— 2005 DSL participant

The Design Science Lab is an intense, exciting, sometimes overwhelming, but fulfilling experience in which a diverse group of individuals come together to examine complex problems and develop strategies for solving them. The Lab, although a lot of work, is also fun. The strategies developed during the Lab require hours of research, brainstorming, planning, and design before they are presented to the United Nations on the final day of the program.

Design Science Labs are typically attended by participants from all parts of the world, ranging in age from 14 to 75, and from all walks of life with a wide range of interests.

The 2008 Design Science Lab will be of particular relevance to people interested in: Applicants include:
  • The state of the world and what can be done about it
  • Comprehensive problem solving and leadership skills
  • The interconnections between local, regional and global issues
  • Sustainable and socially responsible business opportunities
  • Issues of global energy and climate change
  • Renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and other environmentally sound technologies
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Public health
  • Human rights
  • Community planning and design
  • Experiential education
  • Social, environmental, and political science data visualization and analysis
  • Global citizenship, responsibility, and prerogative
  • Engaged global citizens
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Undergraduate or graduate students
  • Advanced level high school students
  • Educators
  • Governmental representatives
  • Business professionals
  • Non-profit representatives



"The Design Science Lab requires deep levels of commitment. Foremost, it requires the courage, compassion and hope of its participants. As a wise proverb explains: 'A sword is useless in the hands of a coward.' The sword represents the Design Science methodology. With courage, compassion and hope the design science revolution will define a bright future."

— 2005 DSL participant

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