Physics Runs in the Family
Whether thanks to genetics or upbringing – or likely a potent combination of both – it turns out that pioneering physics research is often a family passion.
From the brilliant Bernoullis to the curious Curies, famous families of physics have contributed enormously to our understanding of nature.
One of these families had eight mathematicians, others earned multiple Nobel prizes between them – and one has a unique connection to Perimeter Institute.
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Watch a PI Public Lecture by Vilhelm Bohr, Niels' grandson, about the family legacy
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.
