UiT the Arctic University of Norway (previously known as the University of Tromsø) is the world's northernmost university. Having expanded recently, it covers now three counties: Finnmark, Troms and Norland, with some faculties represented at the University Centre in Svalbard. Thus UiT is the central education and research unit in the Northern Norway and  as such it covers a large array of subjects. They include all basic directions in the natural sciences and many advanced subjects related to the unique position in the Arctic.

The largest of four campuses of UiT is located in Tromsø on a latitude of nearly 70 degrees North, and this is where the conference venue is located. The city of Tromsø has been traditionally the gateway to the Arctic, the place where whaling and polar expeditions started. A lively and cultural city, known as the "Northern Paris", it annually gathers crowds of people to noticeable events like the Northern Lights musical Festival, Midnight Sun Marathon etc. Summer is a high season in Tromsø with plenty of attractions.

The meeting will take place on the main island. Many places of great natural beauty are nearby, and the participants will have an opportunity to explore some of the Arctic nature in their free time. We will help the participants to explore this by organizing an excursion to some of the scenic islands in the vicinity. The conference is scheduled to happen in the middle of the polar day period, when the sun remains visible as long as the clouds allow, so mathematics and philosophy can be discussed 24h per day during this meeting.