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📢 Nominations for the Teacher of Physics Award closes on 16 March. If you know an inspiring physics teacher that deserves to be recognised, get your nomination in today! ✨ #IOPAwards25 Find out more: iop.org/about/awards/t…
Teachers play a vital role in shaping future physicists💡Watch 2024 Teacher of Physics Award winner Khushali Mills as she talks about what winning the Award means to her and her students. Know an inspiring physics teacher that deserves to be recognised? Nominate them today for…
Congratulations to Prof Ian Chapman, an IOP fellow and award winner, on his appointment as the next CEO of UK Research and Innovation! IOP chief executive @TomGrinyer said: "As a highly experienced and well-respected leader in the scientific community, Sir Ian is well placed to…
Congratulations to Professor Sir Ian Chapman, who will be the next CEO of @UKRI_news. He will lead its team in driving a refreshed mission that puts economic growth at the heart of public investment in R&D, helping to fulfil the potential of science & tech in improving lives.
Feeling under pressure when teaching kinetic theory? Join us to share ideas for teaching about kinetic theory and matter to post 16 students, 25 March 5.30pm-6.30pm: iop.eventsair.com/iop-teaching-p…
Have you told your students about #TheEurekas2025? Students aged 11-16 can win £1000/€1200 + a school voucher by exploring: How can physics help you see the world differently? Encourage them to think outside the box! 🗓️ 9 June 👉 theeurekas.co.uk/get-involved/t… #TeachPhysics
Nominations are open for the Phillips Award, as part of the #IOPAwards25! This award celebrates IOP members driving innovative ideas and supporting our Science-Skills-Society strategy. 🏆 In 2024, Dr Rebecca Dewey was recognised for her outstanding work in promoting equality,…
The story of physics is intertwined with the stories of people. This #WorldBookDay dive into our collection of amazing, amusing and enlightening stories from Richard Brock 👉spark.iop.org/stories-physics #TeachPhysics
🌟 Celebrate the impact of #technicians in physics! Nominations are now open for the Technician Awards as part of #IOPAwards25. These awards recognise the vital role technicians play in #physics education, research, and industry. There are two categories: 🔹 School & Further…
🚀 The Eurekas 2025 is officially open! Ready to win £1000/€1200? It’s time to get creative! 💡 This year’s big question: How can physics help you see the world differently? Think you've got the answer? Start your entry today! ➡️ theeurekas.co.uk
Earlier this month, Co-Founder Wenmiao Yu attended the @UN Opening Ceremony for the @QuantumYear2025 at @UNESCO headquarters in Paris as part of the @PhysicsNews Physics delegation. She shared her #IYQ2025 reflections in this blog: quantum-dice.com/reflecting-on-… #Quantum #Blog
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (@STFC_Matters) in collaboration with the Institute of Physics (IOP) has unveiled 13 ground-breaking projects aimed at tackling key challenges in climate resilience, sustainable energy, and healthcare across sub-Saharan Africa. From…
🌟 Join us for the IOP’s annual Celebration of Physics! Connect with physicists, innovators, and enthusiasts as we explore ground-breaking discoveries, share insights, and celebrate our shared passion for advancing knowledge. Expect inspiring speakers, thought-provoking…
Time is running out—less than four days left to submit an abstract for the OWTMN Workshop! This is a great chance to share your ideas and engage with experts in theoretical and computational photonics. Don’t miss out! Visit the website for details: iop.eventsair.com/owtnm2025
Why become #Chartered? Achieving professional registration is more than a title - it's a mark of excellence, validating your skills, experience, and dedication to your field. Here’s how being #chartered can boost your career: ✨ Advance your career with greater prospects…
What’s missing in science education? 🏫 💭 The Science Teaching Survey is the largest science education survey in the UK and Ireland. In this year’s survey, we’re asking what you need: the missing tools, resources and approaches that could make a real difference. The survey…
🎉 The Eurekas competition is back - with a fresh new look and an exciting new question! The Eurekas is our annual physics competition that inspires students aged 11-16 in the UK and Ireland to see physics differently. This year, we’re bringing: 🧪 A brand-new challenge 🚀…
Nominations are now open for the Giuseppe Occhialini Medal and Prize! 🏅 Awarded in partnership with the Italian Physical Society, this prestigious prize recognises outstanding contributions from physicists based in Italy, the UK, or Ireland, honouring the legacy of Giuseppe…
🔴 Last call for abstract submissions for the 31st International Workshop on Optical Wave & Waveguide Theory and Numerical Modelling. The deadline is this Friday, 28 February 2025. 🔗 Find out more and make your submission here: iop.eventsair.com/owtnm2025/abst…
🚨 Abstract submission deadline extended! The 31st International Workshop on Optical Wave & Waveguide Theory and Numerical Modelling (OWTMN) will take place from 8 to 10 April 2025 in Nottingham, UK. Aligned with the International Year of Quantum, this year’s workshop will…
It’s #CharteredWeek, and this year we're celebrating the trusted chartered professionals who set the standard! Join us this week for a registration overview webinar tomorrow, a three-hour workshop on Wednesday to support your application journey and a Chartered Physicists…