CSIR vision We are accelerators of socio-economic prosperity in South Africa through leading innovation CSIR mission Collaboratively innovating and localising technologies while providing knowledge solutions for the inclusive and sustainable advancement of industry and society CSIR values Our beliefs, principles and the impact we wish to make to improve the quality of life of South Africans are EPIC. Team CSIR pursues Excellence, celebrates People, personifies Integrity, and welcomes Collaboration.