When ICSI's articles of incorporation were signed and filed on June 26, 1986, nothing quite like it had never been attempted: an independent, nonprofit institute focused on basic computer science research, bridging two continents. In the next two years, the Institute's founders held the first board meeting, found a permanent office, hired a director, and launched the research program. On Monday, September 26, ICSI welcomed guests to tour the facility, listen in to technical talks, and celebrate the inauguration of this unique new venture.

Pictured, from left, are Ron Kay; Professor Joseph Cerny, the then-provost of research at UC Berkeley; and Professor Norbert Szyperski. Kay and Szyperski worked together to conveive of and establish ICSI. You can learn more about their efforts to establish ICSI in our latest newsletter.