The Peter Wall Institute for Advanced Studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC) brings together scholars from UBC and around the world to engage in deep and unconstrained research into some of the most profound questions and challenges facing humanity. We seek highly innovative, creative and unexpected research outcomes that come from a wide-ranging exploration between disciplines, including the creative and performing arts. We engage in primary research, and also in community outreach and knowledge mobilization through public programs and collaboration with non-academic community partners around the globe. The activities of the Institute also contribute to the cultural enrichment of UBC and the wider community through regular lecture series and artistic events. Since its founding in 1996, the Institute has created a community of scholars at UBC and beyond, including partner institutions.