The innovation equation: Neil Turok on Bloomberg TV

Perimeter Institute Director Neil Turok discusses the universal human traits that underlie all innovation – from fundamental research to technology to positive social change.

February 13, 2017

Our capacity to innovate is what makes us human, and the future of humanity will depend on our willingness to pursue meaningful innovation, says Neil Turok.

During an interview with Amanda Lang on Bloomberg North, the director of Perimeter Institute discussed the universal human traits that drive scientific, technological, and social innovation.

The interview addresses many of the topics Turok will share with audiences across Canada as part of Innovation150, in celebration of the nation's 150th anniversary.

Watch the interview below.

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About PI

Perimeter Institute is the world’s largest research hub devoted to theoretical physics. The independent Institute was founded in 1999 to foster breakthroughs in the fundamental understanding of our universe, from the smallest particles to the entire cosmos. Research at Perimeter is motivated by the understanding that fundamental science advances human knowledge and catalyzes innovation, and that today’s theoretical physics is tomorrow’s technology. Located in the Region of Waterloo, the not-for-profit Institute is a unique public-private endeavour, including the Governments of Ontario and Canada, that enables cutting-edge research, trains the next generation of scientific pioneers, and shares the power of physics through award-winning educational outreach and public engagement.