IBM's Science for Social Good initiative partners IBM Research scientists and engineers with academic fellows and subject matter experts from a diverse range of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to tackle emerging societal challenges using science and technology. Inspired by other successful philanthropic IBM initiatives that prioritize the giving of time and talent to governments and non-profits, Science for Social Good is built on the premise that applied science and technology can solve the world’s toughest problems; accelerating the rate and pace of solutions through the scientific method.