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Perimeter Institute provides public programming to help bring abstract ideas to life and convey interesting ideas involving research and discovery. A wide range of topics and speakers can be found through the Perimeter Public Lecture Series, Quantum to Cosmos: Ideas for the Future Festival, and webinars such as "What the Higgs is Going On?" Please explore the links below for the programming and find related information in the What We Research, Students, and Teachers areas of this website.

 

UPCOMING PUBLIC EVENTS

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PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES

 

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ALICE & BOB IN WONDERLAND

Alice and Bob in Wonderland Are you ready to question reality? Join Alice & Bob in this series of 60-second animated adventures as they wonder about the world around us. Discover with them that it is sometimes the simplest questions that lead us to the most profound insights. Be forewarned - these episodes may turn some of your ideas of reality upside down!
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CHALLENGE OF QUANTUM REALITY

The Challenge of Quantum RealityQuantum physics has revolutionized our understanding of nature and helped catapult humanity into the information age. It describes the subatomic world, including protons, neutrons, and electrons, with phenomenal accuracy. Explore the quantum world in this 30 min. video featuring the double-slit experiment and the concept of wave-particle duality. | watch it now |

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EVERYDAY EINSTEIN: GPS & RELATIVITY

GPS & RelativityThe GPS has a vast range of applications. Everyday, it's used by drivers, pilots, surveyors, hikers, and more. But what do Einstein and GPS have in common? Find out in the first Perimeter Inspirations module, GPS & Relativity. | watch it now |

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MYSTERY OF DARK MATTER

The Mystery of Dark MatterOver the last few decades, physicists have come to realize that celestial objects that emit any type of light make up only a tiny fraction of the universe.Explore the mysterious substance that makes up about 90% of the mass of every galaxy in the universe called dark matter in this engaging 30 minute video. | watch it now |

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MYSTERY OF DARK MATTER VIDEO GAME

A mystery exists: Galaxies do not seem to have enough mass for stars to orbit at their observed speeds. Galaxies should be flying apart, but they don't. Take this challenge and add stars, planets, and black holes to a galaxy and learn how it changes. |play it now |

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THE PHYSICS OF INNOVATION

Where does technology come from? Virtually all of the technology we enjoy today is powered by the four key scientific concepts of quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, special relativity, and general relativity. Enjoy this inspirational video featuring Dr. Richard Epp, Manager of Scientific Outreach. | watch it now |

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POWER OF IDEAS

Power of Ideas Major breakthroughs in theoretical physics are often marked by unifications in our understanding, either of the forces of nature or of our conceptual frameworks – our paradigms. Historically, each of these unifications has led to profound benefits for humanity, as we absorb its ramifications and discover creative ways to apply our newfound power. Explore the six most powerful ideas in physics history through this multimedia experience. | more |

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EVENTS

PUBLIC LECTURES

Perimeter Institute brings great thinkers from around the world to Canada to share their ideas on a wide variety of interesting and topical subjects. Each event is tailored for the general public and everyone is welcome to attend. No mathematical or scientific knowledge is necessary or assumed.| more |

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SCIENCE IN THE PUB

Science in the Pub evenings are educational outreach events tailored for the general public. From the comfort of a chair at home, or from a seat in Perimeter Institute's Black Hole Bistro, enjoy casual and sometimes intense discussions on important issues in science. These casual events involve a moderator, a panel of researchers and other experts, sharing their insights. No mathematical or scientific knowledge is necessary. These events are live streamed and can be viewed at specified event times. | more |

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ARTS & CULTURE

Perimeter Institute shares the joys of creative inquiry with the wider community through Event Horizons, an ambitious agenda of top quality musical and cultural events in a unique atmosphere that provides the opportunity to interact with world class artists. | more |

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VIDEO COLLECTIONS

EinsteinFest- Enjoy this full spectrum of compelling lectures and engaging debates from PI's 3-week festival celebrating the 100th anniversary of Einstein's miracle year of 1905.
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Grand Opening Gala Presentations- Check out these stimulating lectures by PI scientists and special guests, including Steven Weinberg, Margaret Geller, and Sir Roger Penrose.
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Public Lecture Series- PI hosts great thinkers from around the world. Content is tailored for the general public to help make abstract ideas more understandable.
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Quantum to Cosmos: Ideas for the Future Festival - Become inspired with science and the power of theoretical physics in this engaging collection on topics from the quantum to the cosmos.
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Black Hole Science Cafés- Explore fascinating, cutting edge ideas about how our universe works - as revealed by theoretical physics!


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