π The Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture, located in the historic town of Erice, Sicily, Italy, serves as the venue for the UNDERPIN course. Established in 1963, this renowned center has hosted numerous scientific schools and conferences, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists worldwide.Β
π° Erice, a medieval hilltop town, offers a unique and inspiring environment for scientific gatherings. The center is housed in four restored monasteries, each named after distinguished scientists:
ποΈ San Francesco Monastery: Now the Eugene P. Wigner Institute, featuring the Enrico Fermi Lecture Hall.
π―οΈ San Domenico Monastery: Home to the Patrick M.S. Blackett Institute, which includes the Paul A.M. Dirac, Robert Hofstadter, and John von Neumann Lecture Halls.
π San Rocco Monastery: Known as the Isidor I. Rabi Institute, housing the Richard P. Feynman Lecture Hall, the Directorate, and the main Secretariat.
π° Ciclope: Referred to as the Victor F. Weisskopf Institute, containing the John S. Bell and Richard H. Dalitz Lecture Halls.
These historic buildings provide state-of-the-art facilities for lectures, workshops, and accommodations, creating an ideal setting for the UNDERPIN course.Β
π Participants will have the opportunity to stay within the center's premises, immersing themselves in the rich scientific atmosphere of Erice. The town's picturesque streets, historic sites, and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea offer a serene backdrop for both academic and social interactions.
For more information about the Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture, please visit their official website