Unique Canada-U.S. research facility launched in Banff

September 25, 2001
Source: Canada News Wire
Original story - link verified on September 25, 2001

he governments of Alberta, Canada and the United States today announced the establishment of a new $5M international mathematical research facility in Banff, Alberta. The Banff International Research Station for Mathematical Innovation and Discovery (BIRS) will annually host thousands of top international scientists and researchers for intense workshops, collaborative research efforts, and training sessions across the entire spectrum of pure and applied mathematical sciences.

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