Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent research centre in foundational, theoretical physics located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. It was founded in 1999.
In addition to research, Perimeter also provides scientific training and educational outreach activities to the general public. This is done in part through Perimeter’s Educational Outreach team.
Read more about Perimeter Institute For Theoretical Physics: History and Mission, Research, Perimeter Institute Recorded Seminar Archive (PIRSA), Educational Outreach
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