Founded in 1964, the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) operates under the aegis of two United Nations Agencies: UNESCO and IAEA and is regularised by a seat agreement with the Government of Italy. Its goals are to

• Foster the growth of advanced studies and research in physics and mathematics, especially among researchers from developing countries;
• Provide an international forum for the exchange of information and ideas among scientists from the North and South;
• Maintain excellent research facilities for visitors, associates and fellows, principally from developing countries, who participate in the Centre's research and training activities.

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