About us
The Institute of Physics in Wales is a scientific membership society devoted to promoting physics and bringing physicists together for the benefit of all.
It has over 1000 members and is part of the Institute of Physics.
The Institute of Physics in Wales aims to promote the role of physics in society, covering education, health, the environment, and technology. Its membership is wide-ranging and multidisciplinary, including the educational, industrial, medical, and general public sectors. The Institute seeks common purpose with other organisations to promote science and science-based learning and to influence science policy. Special emphasis is placed on supporting physics teachers by promoting in our schools the value, joy and benefits of a knowledge of physics and its applications.
Goronwy Jones prize
The prize of £300 is awarded annually to the top-scoring A-level candidate in physics (WJEC) – find out more
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