CITA@40 Conference: Honouring 40 Years of Innovation in Astrophysics
We are thrilled to announce that CITA will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary in May 2026, and we want you to be a part of this significant milestone.
Founded in 1986, CITA has grown out of the enthusiasm of three faculty members and a few postdoctoral fellows to become the world’s only national center for theoretical and observational astrophysics research from the early universe and Big Bang cosmology to galaxy formation, black holes, and the birth of stars and planets.
Thanks to the dedication and contributions of our incredible community, we witness CITA’s continuous growth, the countless success stories of our alumni, and the steady advancement of the astrophysics field. 40 years later, the institute has earned global recognition and reach. We have long-standing partnerships with renowned institutions like KITP, ASIAA, PI, CCA. Over 132 former postdoctoral fellows now hold tenured or tenure-track positions worldwide.
To mark CITA’s 40th Anniversary, we are envisioning a special three-day conference event that will take place in Toronto, May 27-29, 2026. This will be a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, network with industry leaders, and celebrate four decades of CITA’s impact and achievements.
Further details regarding the program, venue, and registration will be shared in the coming months. For now, please save these dates and spread the word among your CITA connections.
We look forward to celebrating with you!