IOP Ireland
@iopireland.bsky.social
The Institute of Physics in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Promoting physics through education, engagement and policy! Sharing our latest activities đź’«
Families in Dublin, are you looking for something free, fun and educational to do with the kids this summer holidays? Join Mimi & her friends on her latest adventure through at our summer exhibition Mimi and Friends’ Big Earth Adventure. 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mimi-and-f... @iopireland.bsky.social
Mimi and Friends' Big Earth Adventure - Dublin Exhibition
Visit our hands-on exhibition and fuel your imagination with experiments, demonstrations and puzzles.
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Join the Institute of Physics at Frontiers of Physics 2026 for a day of expert talks, workshops, exhibitions and networking, exploring solutions to today’s physics education challenges and discovering valuable teaching resources. More updates coming soon! Saturday 3 October. Maynooth University.
Bargain Basement Physics. A twilight CPD in Belfast (15 June) with 30 teachers exploring low-cost, everyday materials to teach physics from EY–KS5. Great collaboration with all Ireland coaches & strengthening links with @stranbelfast Stranmillis University - more to come!
The IOP attended the ICASE 2026 Annual World Conference on Science and Technology @universitycollegecork (23-25 June). Hosted by The Irish Science Teachers' Association. Welcome address by UCC President John O’Halloran. #ICASE
Astronomy and the new LC Physics syllabus presented by Prof Paul Callaban (UCC) during the ICASE 2026 Annual World Conference on Science and Technology @universitycollegecork (23-25 June). Hosted by The Irish Science Teachers' Association. #ICASE
Olga is one of our committed volunteers. Running public engagement activities—such as giving talks, hosting physics events, and providing volunteering opportunities—she engages with students from primary through university-level. Come up and say hi the next time you see her at an event.
This current application round for our Public Engagement Grant Scheme closes on April 30. Submit your application today!
IOP Ireland Public Engagement Grant Scheme (PEGS Ireland)
PEGS Ireland offers up to €1,000 to individuals and organisations based in Ireland, for physics-based events and activities.
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On Friday, March 20, the Physics of Batteries Primary Schools Outreach Project with facilitators from @unioflimerick.bsky.social made a visit to Castleconnell National School—here with a group of enthusiastic 6th class students.
Niloufar is our Professional Support Coach. She works with primary and secondary teachers across Northern Ireland, to strengthen physics teaching and provide tailored support. If you’d like help in your physics department—or want to join our mailing list—send an email to niloufar.wijetunge@iop.org.
We would like to once again congratulate Tara Ryan from University of Limerick on her winning this year’s Rosse Medal Competition in #ScienceCommunication. With close to 50 entrants presenting at the Ireland Spring Conference, the competition was steep.
This was true a few years ago. This is what we’re still working to improve. On #InternationalWomensDay and all other days. #IWD
Prof Tara Shears, Dr Eimear Conroy, and Mr Oleksandr Minaiev in a panel discussion led by our own Dr Sarah Markham. #SpringConf2026
Prof Mark Thomson. Director General of #CERN, on what’s next on the physics horizon. #SpringConf2026
And we’re off to a sunny start of the second day of the Ireland Spring Conference. #SpringConf2026
Day 2 is taking off in a couple of hours. Before the end of the day, this year’s #RosseMedal will be in the hands of a very proud awardee, for excellent #ScienceCommunication. #SpringConf2026
This year’s #RosseMedal judges will be hard at work for two days, crowning the winner of IOP Ireland’s postgraduate science communication competition. #SpringConf2026
This #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience we shine a spotlight on Dr Charlotte Palmer, who opens up new avenues with her research on laser-plasma. Her tip to young girls with physics goals is “Don’t exclude yourself! Focus your efforts towards things that are good for you.” #WomenInSTEM
There is still time to register for the Spring Conference. Closing date is extended to February 13. Bring a plus-one and join us in Waterford! #SpringConf2026
Registration for this year’s Spring Conference closes on February 6. Secure your spot today at tinyurl.com/SpringConf26 to hear one of our keynote speakers, Prof Ronan McNulty from University College Dublin! #SpringConf26
Dr Felix Flicker explaining quantum entanglement at last week’s Tyndall Lecture at @ucddublin.bsky.social. If you missed this opportunity to learn how to grow a quantum computer, you can catch him this week at @unioflimerick.bsky.social (February 5) and @uniofgalway.bsky.social (February 6).
Last week to sign up for our Spring Conference and one of our keynote speakers, Prof Mark Thomson, Director-General of CERN. Register at tinyurl.com/SpringConf26. See you in Waterford, February 27–28! #SpringConf26
On January 30, Dr Felix Flicker from University of Bristol is giving a talk on how to grow a quantum computer. Join us to learn all about this! For further information and to sign up, please go to tinyurl.com/tyndall300126. #TyndallLecture2026
We have relaunched our Public Engagement Grant Scheme. This offers up to €1,000 to individuals and organisations based in Ireland and Northern Ireland, for physics-based events and activities. Apply today!
IOP Ireland Public Engagement Grant Scheme (PEGS Ireland)
PEGS Ireland offers up to €1,000 to individuals and organisations based in Ireland, for physics-based events and activities.
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One of the highlights at IOP Ireland’s Spring Conference is the Rosse Medal Science Communication Competition. For more information about this and to sign up, use the QR code or go to www.iop.eventsair.com/sw2026.
Call for all event volunteers. On February 13–14, 10 am–6 pm, we will be running activities at Northern Ireland Science Festival. Email engagement@iop.org to see how you can help bring our activities to life!
Waterford will be hosting this year’s Spring Conference. Keynote speakers are Prof. Mark Thomson, Director-General Designate, and Prof. Ronan McNulty from University College Dublin. Don’t miss out. Register at iop.eventsair.com/sw2026/.
Students from Stratford College in Dublin, at the Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2026 awards ceremony, receiving the Physics of Institute Award (starting at 1:53:44).
Stripe YSTE 2026 Awards Ceremony | Live from the RDS
YouTube video by Stripe YSTE
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Join the Ireland Spring Conference at the Tower Hotel Waterford on February 27–28. The conference will highlight Ireland’s new role in CERN and feature talks, a panel discussion, and the Rosse Medal Science Communication Competition. For details and registration visit iop.eventsair.com/sw2026/
