As part of The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research's search for The Next Big Question, we are giving Globe readers a chance to trade ideas and discuss theories with researchers pitching their ideas in regional events of the nationwide series.
At each event three researchers from different CIFAR programs made a case for why their topic of exploration represents the Next Big Question facing our world. Following each series of presentations, the audience will choose one presentation deemed the most important. The successful researcher behind the winning NBQ will be online here a few days later, to answer reader questions about their Big Question and discuss how it might change the world.
Discussion archive
Montreal May, 25th: What makes society resilient?
Calgary May 13: What makes a great leader?
Vancouver May 12: How can political institutions best promote peace and prosperity?
Ottawa, April 27: What does the future hold for our planet?
Halifax, April 20: Can we create superconductors that work at room temperatures?
The Next Big Question
For a full list of all the questions and vote results, click here