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2025 is the UN's International Year of Quantum, celebrating 100 years of quantum science and technology. Get involved to find out more about quantum technology and how it could change our future.…
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OnlineRead moreMimi’s Tiny Adventure: Lab in the Library
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Wed 20 Aug 2025
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Wed 20 Aug 2025
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Neutron Scattering Group Early Career Meeting
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Thu 21 Aug 2025
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Fri 22 Aug 2025
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In-personRead moreMimi’s Tiny Adventure: The exhibition in London
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Wed 23 Jul 2025
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Fri 29 Aug 2025
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In-personRead moreQuantum, Atomic, and Molecular Physics (QuAMP 2025)
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Tue 2 Sep 2025
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Thu 4 Sep 2025
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In-personRead more62nd European High Pressure Research Group Meeting
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Sun 31 Aug 2025
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Fri 5 Sep 2025
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OnlineRead moreUnlocking the Power of Start-Ups (how start-ups can transform careers and companies): A joint webinar from the IOP and the IET
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Wed 10 Sep 2025
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Wed 10 Sep 2025
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HybridRead moreUK Space Weather and Space Environment Meeting III
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Mon 8 Sep 2025
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Thu 11 Sep 2025
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In-personRead moreMedical Physics in the East Midlands
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Fri 12 Sep 2025
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Fri 12 Sep 2025
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Latest updates in physics from Physics World and the IOP
Honorary Fellows: Dame Sue Ion
Dame Sue Ion is an internationally recognised expert on energy and energy policy, and a tireless advocate of the safe and efficient use of nuclear power. …
Honorary Fellows: Professor Jim Al-Khalili OBE FRS
Professor Jim Al-Khalili becomes an IOP Honorary Fellow for his outstanding contributions as a broadcaster and presenter in communicating science to the public. …
MRI reveals molecular composition of the brain
Quantitative MR images of the brain can distinguish molecular signs of normal aging from early signs of disease …
Animals adapt to climate heat, but too slowly
Can animals adapt to climate change? And if so, can species adapt fast enough to ensure survival? Reports so far are not promising …
Neuron-inspired electrical model goes quantum
Scientists propose a quantized electrical circuit based on the Hodgkin-Huxley model for neurons …
Institute of Physics response to the proposed fast-track visa route
Professor Paul Hardaker, Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Physics, has responded to the Prime Minister’s recent announcement (Thursday 8 August) of a proposed restructuring of imm…
Light–matter interactions take strange new turn
Physicists puzzle over finding that light hitting a metal surface can make free electrons travel backwards, but only under certain conditions …
Land use is critical for tackling climate change, says report
A special report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warns that climate change is putting an increased pressure on land resources …