Headquartered at the University of Southern California, the Center on Megacities develops innovative solutions for megacities through interdisciplinary expertise in science and engineering, including civil and environmental engineering, information technology, architecture, economics, social science, policy and planning, and public heath.

Building on partnerships between university, government, industry, and non governmental organizations, the Center on Megacities brings together engineering and other disciplines to innovate for a better future for megacities. Progress made in solving megacity issues will benefit cities of lesser size, thereby contributing to the broader world's welfare.