Coming Full Circle, the Isaac Newton Institute

Since the existence of this blog is thanks to Tom's research time at the Newton Institute, it seems only fair to give a perspective (mine, not his) about this institution.  First, it is not associated with one of Cambridge's 31 colleges but stands as an international visitor research institute.

Isaac Newton Institute, 20 Clarkson Road, Cambridge

It is part of the Centre for Mathematical Sciences each of whose buildings remind me of the landing craft on the moon.

One of buildings of the Cambridge University Centre for Mathematical Sciences

Inside the Institute, every opportunity is given for the free flow of ideas.  Chalk boards are EVERYWHERE--in offices, hallways, the elevator, and even the bathrooms.  Just a note for those interested in mathematical superstars. It was in the Institute's lecture room where Andrew Wiles gave his talk proving Fermat's Last Theorem (the proof, unfortunately, contained a small gap and was only completed a year after the talk).

Interior of Institute

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So we've packed our bags, cleaned the apartment and begun our journey home.  It's been an enriching experience as all travel is but it will also be good to be home.

Kings College, Cambridge

                                                                QED--Farewell, Cambridge!