Why should the U.S. care about high energy physics in Africa and Latin America?

TL;DR

This paper discusses the mutual benefits of U.S. engagement in high energy physics collaborations with Africa and Latin America, emphasizing how such partnerships advance scientific, educational, and resource development goals for all parties.

Contribution

It highlights the advantages of international collaborations in HEP between the U.S. and developing regions, providing specific examples and strategic recommendations.

Findings

U.S. collaborations enhance scientific capacity in developing countries.

Engagement promotes resource sharing and educational development.

Partnerships benefit U.S. HEP program through diverse talent and innovation.

Abstract

Research, education and training in high energy physics (HEP) often draw international collaborations even when priorities and long term visions are defined regionally or nationally. Yet in many developing regions, HEP activities are limited in both human capacity and expertise, as well as in resource mobilisation. In this paper, the benefits -- to the U.S. HEP program -- of engagements with developing countries are identified and studied through specific examples of Africa and Latin America; conversely, the impact of HEP education and research for developing countries are also pointed out. In the context of the U.S. strategic planning for high energy physics, the authors list recommendations on investments that will benefit both developed and developing nations.