Institute of Physics

The Institute of Physics is a scientific charity devoted to increasing the practice, understanding and application of physics. It has a worldwide membership of over 36,000 and is a leading communicator of physics-related science to all audiences, from specialists through to government and the general public. The Institute helps to support physics research and its applications through its groups and divisions.

Its publishing company, IOP Publishing, is a world leader in scientific publishing and the electronic dissemination of physics.

The IOP is dedicated to securing a flourishing future for physics, particularly by providing resources, advice and training for teachers and encouraging young people to study physics beyond the age of 16.  As part of this the IOP has set up the Stimulating Physics Network, in partnership with the Science Learning Centres, to provide support for teachers and pupils of physics in England.