Exploring New Frontiers of Physics

The Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of California, Santa Barbara expects to appoint Postdoctoral Scholars in theoretical physics, beginning September 1, 2027. For more information, and to apply, please visit https://www.kitp.ucsb.edu/about-us/careers/postdoctoral-scholars-in-theoretical-physics.

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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (KITP) permanent member and Chancellor’s Chair of Theoretical Physics David Gross is chairing a scientific collaboration to interpret an AI result related to the existence of quantum chromodynamics and completions of the Standard Model, including a subproblem proving the existence of the Quantum Yang-Mills theory. Review the Rules and Procedures of the Yang-Mills Group, and read the 1st Statement.  

• November 3, 2026 Update: Read the 2nd Statement
• November 9, 2026 Update: Read the 3rd Statement