ICTP

The International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) is an international research institute in Trieste, Italy, devoted to advancing theoretical physics and related disciplines, with an emphasis on scientists from developing countries. It was founded in 1964 by Nobel laureate Abdus Salam to provide access to high-level education and research in physics for researchers from the developing world.

ICTP is funded by the Italian government, together with international organizations such as UNESCO and the IAEA, and supported by other donors. Its activities include fellowships for visiting scientists, postdoctoral and advanced training programs, summer schools, regional workshops, conferences, and collaborative research projects. The centre conducts work across theoretical physics, mathematics, and computational sciences, aiming to broaden participation in science and to foster international collaboration.

In pursuing its mission, ICTP seeks to strengthen scientific capacity in developing regions, facilitate long-term partnerships between scientists from different countries, and support researchers at various career stages. The institute has hosted thousands of researchers and students from around the world, contributing to knowledge exchange, capacity building, and the development of scientific communities in regions with limited access to advanced training.

Related topics include Abdus Salam, Trieste, UNESCO, and the IAEA.