Banff International Research Station
BIRS | |
Banff International Research Station | |
| Type | science, mathematics, & research institute |
|---|---|
| Established | 2003 |
| Director | Malabika Pramanik |
| Location | , , 51°10′21″N 115°33′49″W / 51.1724°N 115.5636°W |
| Campus | The Banff Centre in Banff National Park |
| Affiliations | University of British Columbia, Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences, MITACS, MPrime, MSRI |
| Website | www.birs.ca |
The Banff International Research Station (BIRS) for Mathematical Innovation and Discovery was established in 2003. It provides an independent research institute for the mathematical sciences in North America, a counterpart to the Oberwolfach Research Institute for Mathematics in Europe. The research station, commonly known by its acronym, "BIRS", hosts over 2000 international scientists each year to undertake research collaboration in the mathematical sciences.