Vision
APS envisions a world inspired, enriched, and sustained by a thriving physics enterprise.
Mission
APS advances physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and society.
Core values
Our core values serve as guiding principles for the way we do our work and the way we engage with each other to advance physics:
- Scientific Method
We rely on scientific methods as the foundation for physics and its applications; we recognize the evolution of scientific inquiry.
- Trust, Integrity, and Ethical Conduct
We act honestly and ethically to ensure integrity in physics and across our community.
- Equity, Diversity, and Respect
We champion a culture of mutual respect, inclusion, access, and belonging; we embrace diversity in physics.
- Collaboration
We engage in open and respectful exchange to accelerate scientific discoveries and solve global challenges; partnerships and collaborations make us stronger.
- Education and Learning
We promote education that nurtures curiosity, sparks innovation, and supports lifelong learning and discovery.
- Speaking Out
We listen, promote our core values, and speak out on issues where scientific evidence or expertise can inform the public or benefit society.
Our vision, mission, and core values lay at the heart of APS activities
Our vision describes the world that we are seeking to create.
It imagines a future in which physics inspires, enriches, and sustains society.
Our mission sets forth our purpose.
It reflects our unwavering commitment to cultivating an inclusive, global community that flourishes in pursuit of scientific knowledge and in service to society.
Our core values guide how we work together.
They serve as a compass, pointing us toward a culture that champions access, opportunity, and collaboration. They call out our commitment to listening to and supporting each other; they aim to dismantle barriers to engaging in physics and cultivating a community in which all can thrive.
Together, our core values underpin our work to advance physics. From upholding the scientific method as the bedrock of our field, to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, our values are integral to our Society. They offer guidance as we create standards of conduct, handle ethics claims, and bestow honors upon those who exemplify these values in their contributions to science and to our community.
Through these core values, APS aims to uphold the highest standards of excellence, advance scientific discovery, and foster a vibrant and inclusive environment in which anyone can contribute meaningfully to the advancement of science and society.
