American Physical Society

The American Physical Society (www.aps.org) is a non-profit membership organization working to advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics through its outstanding research journals, scientific meetings, and education, outreach, advocacy and international activities. APS represents over 50,000 members, including physicists in academia, national laboratories and industry in the United States and throughout the world. Society offices are located in College Park, MD (Headquarters), Ridge, NY, and Washington, DC.
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APS Objective

"In the firm belief that an understanding of the nature of the physical universe will be of benefit to all humanity, the Society shall have as its objective the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics."
  APS Constitution, Article II

APS Units

The divisions, topical groups, forums, and sections play a vital role in the American Physical Society. Units aid the Society in fulfilling its mission to “advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics.” As part of a Society committed to member participation, the units provide opportunities for members to interact with colleagues with similar interests and to keep abreast of new developments in their specialized fields.
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APS Statements

APS has a number of statements on education, ethics and values, human rights, internal policy, international affairs, and national policy.
  APS Statements

APS Logo

For a copy of the APS logo for use on Unit communications, please contact:

Kerry G. Johnson
Art Director and Special Publications Manager
E-mail: kjohnson@aps.org
Phone: (301) 209-3277