The Moments That Moved Physics Forward
From the first image of a black hole to novel experiments probing dark matter with tabletop tools, Perimeter’s first 25 years have been marked by turning points, scientific inflection moments where new ideas, tools, or perspectives changed what’s possible.
This collection celebrates 27 such breakthroughs across nine research areas. Some opened new questions. Some delivered long-sought answers. All pushed physics forward, and helped shape the Institute into the vibrant research hub it is today.
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Cosmology
Perimeter researchers are reshaping our understanding of the cosmos, from the origins of fast radio bursts to new ways of probing dark energy and the early universe.
Mathematical Physics
From redefining holography to revealing hidden structures in gauge theory, Perimeter researchers are advancing the mathematical foundations that underpin modern physics.
Particle Physics
Perimeter scientists are pushing the boundaries of the Standard Model, from pioneering dark matter models to designing novel experiments probing hidden particles.
Quantum Foundations
What is quantum theory really telling us? Perimeter researchers are redefining its core principles and exploring what lies beyond, from axioms to causality.
Quantum Fields and Strings
From entanglement and holography to the revival of the S-matrix bootstrap, Perimeter researchers are charting new territory in the quantum fabric of reality.
Quantum Gravity
Uniting general relativity with quantum mechanics is one of physics’ great quests. Perimeter researchers are advancing bold ideas, from spin foams to holography, moving us closer.
Quantum Information
At the intersection of computation, cryptography, and black holes, Perimeter researchers are uncovering how information shapes the quantum world — and how we can harness it.
Quantum Matter
From machine learning in quantum systems to phases that defy thermalization, Perimeter researchers are uncovering new states of matter — and new ways to understand them.
Strong Gravity
Perimeter researchers are exploring gravity at its most extreme, from imaging black holes to simulating the cosmic origins of gold and other heavy elements.