About
Norway's national research center for mathematics at UiT The Arctic University
Depth, collaboration, and continuity.
The Lie-Størmer Center advances fundamental research in algebra, geometry, and topology as they intersect with computational mathematics. We create dialogue between theory and application, bringing together researchers from diverse mathematical traditions to explore structure-preserving methods and their role in modern computation. Our mission is the fostering of a future generation of high-level mathematicians trained to identify and work on problems at the forefront of research at the interface between computational and pure mathematics.
Place
69 degrees north
Welcome to the Lie-Størmer Center. Located at 69°N in Tromsø, we unite computational and pure mathematics through collaborative research and international exchange.
Research
Fundamental structures
Founded as a collaborative initiative between UiT The Arctic University of Norway and the University of Bergen, the Lie-Størmer Center is Norway's first national research center for mathematics.
Community
Training and exchange
At the Lie-Størmer Center, we foster dialogue through collaborative research projects, our Mathesis international doctoral school, and a strong culture of scientific exchange and outreach.
Symmetry, geometry, and the northern sky.
The Center takes its name from two Norwegian mathematicians whose work still shapes modern mathematics. Sophus Lie's theory of continuous symmetries transformed geometry and differential equations. Carl Størmer connected number theory, celestial mechanics, and auroral research.
Read the historySophus Lie
I am certain, absolutely certain that these theories will be recognized as fundamental at some point in the future.
Carl Størmer
It might be a source of interest to many to observe, in the development of my photographic work, what may result when a pure mathematician happens to be an enthusiastic amateur pho...
About the Center.
History, ambition, governance, partners, and annual reports are listed here.
History and Heritage
Origins
The mathematical legacy of Sophus Lie and Carl Størmer, and the Norwegian tradition the Center continues.
Vision and Mission
Direction
The scientific ambitions, values, and training commitments that shape the Center's work.
Organization and Leadership
Governance
The co-directors, advisory structures, and institutional stewardship behind the Center.
Funding and Partners
Network
The foundations, universities, research networks, and venues that make the Center possible.
Annual Reports
Record
Activity reports documenting research output, events, training, and scientific milestones.