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25 November 2024 
Getting the foundations right for investors and scientists should be core part of UK’s industrial strategy and could unlock enormous investment in economy, says IOP.

20 November 2024
The Institute of Physics brought educators and researchers together to build lasting connections across every phase of physics education and highlighted the role that education research plays in improving equity, diversity and inclusion.

15 November 2024 
From torches and the climate crisis to the wonder of our very existence, a report published today says big ideas from physics – and the ways of thinking that go with them – should be taught in every school.

12 November 2024 
Final roadshow in Cardiff attended by key stakeholders from the STEM sector to learn about successor to respected gender inclusion award Project Juno.

11 November 2024
The IOP worked with partners across science to highlight the importance of research, development and innovation ahead of the government’s first autumn budget.

30 October 2024 
IOP chief executive welcomes commitment to teacher recruitment and protection of research and development funding.

21 October 2024 
Research highlights differences in how physical science research communities adopt open data sharing and the various barriers they encounter.

17 October 2024
Duo rewarded with IOP-endorsed accolades for innovative practice and exceptional dedication to primary science teaching, through which they inspire their students.

14 October 2024 
‘I am a physicist’ Girlguiding badge pioneer wins alongside scientists, apprentices, researchers, innovators, teachers and businesses as IOP announces winners for 2024.

8 October 2024 
President of the IOP Professor Sir Keith Burnett welcomes award for machine learning pioneers. Illustration © Johan Jarnestad/The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences

1 October 2024 
Family of late physicist Jim Noland (pictured) take the lead from Professor Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell and will help future scholars.

19 September 2024 
Government ministers and the UK science community gathered at the IOP yesterday for a special reception to mark the 70th anniversary of CERN, the European laboratory for particle physics.

17 September 2024 
Gatsby-funded practical resource includes testimonials from employers who are hosting industry placements and reaping the benefits.

16 September 2024 
The innovative fund has now given away £1m to fund graduates from underrepresented backgrounds to study doctorates in physics.

16 September 2024 
Framework provides a structure for focusing on four different dimensions of a teacher’s professional capability.

5 September 2024 
Professor Michele Dougherty appointed Executive Chair of the Science and Technology Facilities Council.

28 August 2024 
The IOP congratulates physics students on their results but a recent drop in the number studying physics shows significant change is needed.

20 August 2024 
New experiences in class including eating ice lollies, making noise and planting vegetables will improve STEM accessibility and engagement, say four professional associations including the IOP.

15 August 2024 
Action must also be taken on physics teacher gap and barriers to T-level uptake.

7 August 2024 
The Institute of Physics would like to congratulate all the students who studied and obtained qualifications in physics in Scotland in 2023-24. 

30 July 2024
As he launches Mimi’s Space Adventure at the IOP, chief executive highlights how children’s relationship with science is too often determined before they leave primary school.

24 July 2024 
We are delighted to announce our four new trustees, who will take up their posts from 1 October 2024.

15 July 2024
Over £1m of an innovative fund has been awarded to support people from underrepresented groups in physics research. 

19 June 2024 
The IOP congratulates those in our field recognised for a range of innovative work that has had a major impact.

19 June 2024
Fund has now given out more than £1m over the last five years to physics PhD students as eight new scholars are revealed. 

7 June 2024
Irish firm Equal1 receives prestigious award for technology it hopes will make quantum computing “more practical and accessible”.

6 June 2024
Concerns linger over potential inequity issues for students studying multiple pathways through the sciences in Wales.

5 June 2024
IOP analysis launched today shows the impact of physics on business turnover and makes a powerful case for the general election debate to reflect on crucial role of science in UK’s future.

29 May 2024 
This year’s theme is ‘Unravelling Mysteries’.

17 May 2024
“No magic bullet” but report step in the right direction towards addressing shortfall of physics teachers.

29 April 2024 
Five UK universities receive a share of £100,000 to employ a new Physics Technical Apprentice within their organisation.

5 April 2024 
The UK government is supporting particle physicist’s candidacy to be the next Director-General of the European Organization for Nuclear Research.

4 April 2024
Abandoning International Relocation Payment “simply not good enough”.

11 March 2024
Programme will build physics research and innovation capacity in seven sub-Saharan African countries to tackle global weather and sustainable energy challenges.

6 March 2024
IOP Chief Executive highlights continued need for investment in UK R&D, education and scientific future.

9 February 2024 
Prince Edward met with IOP members and heard about the role physicists are playing in the green transition.

7 February 2024 
Employers are working to overcome barriers to hiring more apprentices in bid to bridge local skills gaps.

11 January 2024
Survey reveals more than half of UK state schools understaffed for physics teachers – far fewer private schools have the same problem.