Perspectives on art, science, and technology

The published works and thoughts of Julio Mario Ottino

Today’s complex problems demand a radically new way of thinking — one in which art, technology, and science converge to expand our creativity and augment our insight. Learn how to navigate the intersections of art, technology, and science with these insightful perspectives.

The Past Enriching the Present

Two beautiful examples of the early stages of the scientific method and the power of visual imagination.

Understanding Science in a Complex World

Science evolves with complexity, revealing how embracing uncertainty fosters deeper understanding and innovation.

When Science Ends, Design Begins

Discover how life-centered design bridges science, technology, and creativity to tackle today’s complex challenges.

How to Deal with the World Now

When insecurity and chaos rule, we turn to worldviews.

ELEVATE YOUR CONFERENCE

Book Julio Ottino as a speaker and transform your next event with Nexus thinking.

Two Remarkable Women, the Birth of the Word Scientist, and the Origins of Computer Science

How Mary Fairfax Somerville, William Whewell, Charles Babbage, and Ada Lovelace shaped the language and legacy of modern science

Creating Creativity

Strategies for fostering emergence in organizations

How to Motivate the New Workforce with Nexus Leadership

Today's workers desire clear vision and purpose, growth opportunities, autonomy, and an inclusive culture. They want to understand how their roles contribute to the bigger picture and seek meaning in their work.

Nexus Leadership Lessons

A framework to navigate complexities, balance competing forces, leverage diverse strengths, and set a successful, sustainable course forward

Creativity: Is There Room for Any More Advice?

Understanding how to foster, sustain, and lead innovative efforts across diverse domains

Top Five Lessons from The Nexus in Leadership for Innovation

Key lessons for leaders to navigate complexity and drive change

How Can We Help People Understand Complex Systems?

Navigating creativity in the complex terrain of market forces

How Is Creativity Influenced by Market Forces?

Navigating creativity in the complex terrain of market forces

How To Augment Your Lens To Understand How Others Think

The art of understanding diverse thought processes in collaborative environments

Universities: Flawed But Still Engines of Ideas

What companies envy from universities and what universities must do to evolve

How Setbacks and Constraints Enhance Your Creativity

Pathways to enhanced creativity and innovation

Discover the world of nexus thinking

In this provocative and visually striking book, Julio Mario Ottino and Bruce Mau offer a guide for navigating the intersections of art, technology, and science.