Initiatives

PhysicsCentral

Visit PhysicsCentral to find out how physics fits into your life. This site explains what’s going on in physics, includes profiles of people in physics, and answers your questions about how things work.

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PhysicsQuest

PhysicsQuest is a middle school competition that consists of four physical science experiments centered on a mystery. The experiments are designed to be done by small groups in a classroom or after school setting. Each of the experiments gives students a clue that they need to solve the mystery. Classes can submit their answers online and be entered into a random drawing for prizes. PhysicsQuest kits are provided free to registered classrooms.

LaserFest

The American Physical Society (APS) and the Optical Society of America (OSA) are organizing LaserFest, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the laser that will emphasize its impact throughout history and highlight its potential for the future. Through a series of events and programs, LaserFest will help to showcase the prominence of the laser in today’s world.

Adopt-a-Physicist

Adopt-a-Physicist connects high school physics students to people with degrees in physics. Through their interactions, students can learn about the careers, educational backgrounds, and lives of a variety of physicists.

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Einstein@Home

This project uses computer time donated by computer owners all over the world to process data from gravitational wave detectors. Einstein@Home doesn’t affect the performance of computers and greatly speeds up this exciting research.

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Physics in Your Future

Thinking about a career in physics? Read interviews with women physicists in a variety of different fields and discover the possibilities. Download or request a free print copy.

  Get a copy of the Physics in Your Future brochure

Public Lecture Series

The APS public lecture series features talks by prominent physicists. Held in conjunction with American Physical Society meetings, past lecturers have included Lisa Randall, Lawrence Krauss, John Bahcall.

  Learn more about the Public Lecture Series