Posted AT 9:35 PM EDT on 09/05/08
Cambridge scientist takes Canada to cutting edge of physics theory
Research in Motion co-founder Mike Lazaridis has wooed a high-profile Cambridge professor to lead his Perimeter Institute, a move he describes as a coup for Canada and for the study of theoretical physics worldwide.
Neil Turok, a native of South Africa who has worked alongside Stephen Hawking and is director of Cambridge's Centre for Theoretical Cosmology, was named Friday as executive director of the institute in Waterloo, Ont.
The full text of this article has 684 words.
To continue reading this article, you will need to purchase this article.
Already have a member account? Login now
Pay-Per-View Offers To read the complete article, select one of the following options
Purchasing from globeandmail.com is quick and secure.
- Housing slump stalks Western Canada
- Major cities in Saskatchewan, Alberta and B.C. are overvalued by 10 per cent, economists say as key construction indicator tumbles
209
-
Related:
Bargain hunting in the U.S.? Better bring cash
-
Related:
Vancouver's housing hangover
