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    The Institute of Physics has co-hosted the first anniversary celebration of the London Quantum Cluster, bringing together businesses, researchers, founders, investors, and policymakers helping shape t…

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    Government must slow once-in-a-generation physics funding changes to protect UK scientific capability

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    IOP signs cooperation agreement with Physical Society of Hong Kong

    Visit to China strengthens IOP and IOPP ties with scientific community.…

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    IOP responds to trainee physics teacher bursary eligibility changes

    Decision on international applications comes as England faces shortage of physics teachers.…

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    IOP response to STFC update on funding changes

    An outline of the IOP’s response to significant changes for UK physics funding following government announcements.…

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    Chief executive of IOP comments on £270,000 fine for physics exam paper errors

    Allowing physics to continue to grow in popularity is essential.…

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    IOP welcomes UK government commitment to fusion energy

    Long-term investment in physics, skills and infrastructure will be key to turning fusion ambition into energy security and economic growth.…

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    Collaboration will support early-stage quantum businesses, strengthen investment pathways and reinforce UK leadership in quantum innovation.…

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    IOP responds to £2bn government plan for quantum

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    Michele Dougherty steps down as IOP President

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    Open letter to the Science Minister from Heads of Physics

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UKRI and STFC funding changes

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    Magic Bullets and Plastic Sponges

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    Tue 9 Jun 2026
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    Tue 9 Jun 2026
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    From Space to Services: The role of space in environmental prediction

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    Thu 11 Jun 2026
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    Thu 11 Jun 2026
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    Theory of Condensed Matter Day (TCM 2026)

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    Fri 19 Jun 2026
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    Fri 19 Jun 2026
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    Radiation Detector R&D and Commercialisation

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    Tue 23 Jun 2026
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    Tue 23 Jun 2026
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    Maximising the Benefits of Your Membership

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    Wed 24 Jun 2026
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    Wed 24 Jun 2026
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    London Imaging Meeting: Imaging for Science

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    Mon 22 Jun 2026
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    Wed 24 Jun 2026
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    Machine Learning and Data Science for Polymer Physics

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    Thu 25 Jun 2026
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    Thu 25 Jun 2026
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    Beyond Lithium-Ion: Present Status and Future Pathways to Sustainable Energy Storage

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    Thu 25 Jun 2026
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    Thu 25 Jun 2026
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Initial Teacher Education update – 28 April 2026

The IOP organises annual meetings for tutors and policymakers in secondary Initial Teacher Education. This page has an overview of what was covered in the 2026 meeting.…

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Physicists create mechanical memory device from slap-bracelet-like structures

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Calling all IOP members: Help influence the future of the IOP by voting in the 2026 Council elections

All members are encouraged to vote in the IOP Council elections for vacancies that will arise from 1 October.…