J. Vary
May 12, 2008
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In partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Iowa State University (ISU) has formed the International Institute of Theoretical and Applied Physics (IITAP). The mission of IITAP is to foster excellence in scientific research and teaching, especially in developing geographical areas, with an emphasis on advanced studies and original research in physics and overlapping disciplines. The Institute is open to qualified scientists of all countries. The Institute provides an open forum for scientific dialogue and furnishes modern facilities for research and collaboration among all participants of its scientific programs. The Institute will form long‐term partnerships with research and teaching institutions in developing countries to help strengthen their infrastructure in science and technology. To achieve its mission, the Institute is working in partnerships with other US research organizations and institutions of learning. Six initial thrust areas and their...