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Board on Physics and Astronomy (BPA)

The Board on Physics and Astronomy brings the evolving subdisciplines of physics and astronomy and other related expertise together to address physics and astronomy issues of national importance.

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Explore exciting breakthroughs in space science with The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine at Space Science Week 2026 on March 23-27

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Each year, Space Science Week brings together leaders across the space science disciplines to explore the latest developments and discuss the future of the field. This year will feature a plenary session with updates from leaders at NASA and an array of international space agencies, a joint session about leveraging AI for space science research, and a public lecture with singer Jewel on the intersection of art and science.

Mar 10, 2026
Partial solar eclipse above the curvature of the Earth in the foreground.

Elementary Particle Physics: The Higgs and Beyond

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Our new report presents a bold 40-year vision for particle physics and highlights the actions necessary to make this vision reality.

Sep 8, 2025
Colorful fission of particle in collider

Proceedings Released: Frontiers of Engineered Coherent Matter and Systems

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The Proceedings from the CMMRC's hybrid workshop on quantum coherent matter and systems and their relation to fundamental problems and applications in condensed matter physics, materials science, and quantum information is now available for download.

Nov 20, 2025
engineered coherent matter

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