Occupation Details
Physicists
Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Quick Navigation
Interests
Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Work Values
Achievement
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Recognition
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$98,830.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$173,880.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$206,540.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
970
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
1,130
+16 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
84
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.2%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
More School - Graduate or advanced degree
Experience Requirements
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
Training Details
Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations often involve coordinating, training, supervising, or managing the activities of others to accomplish goals. Very advanced communication and organizational skills are required. Examples include pharmacists, lawyers, astronomers, biologists, clergy, physician assistants, and veterinarians.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Independence
Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Innovation
Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Accelerometers
- Analog frequency analyzers
- Analog sound level meters
- Analytical balances
- Annealing furnaces
- Arbitrary function generators
- Argon ion lasers
- Atomic absorption AA spectrometers
- Atomic emission detectors AED
- Atomic force microscopes
- Betatrons
- Big G torsion balances
- Capacitance bridges
- Cavity dumpers or drivers
- Charge-coupled device CCD cameras
- Computed tomography CT scanners
- Conditioning amplifiers
- Cryostats
- Cyclotrons
- Desktop computers
- Diffusion pumps
- Diffusion-pumped vacuum systems
- Digital multimeters
- Digital oscilloscopes
- Digital plotters
- Digital sound level meters
- Digital voltmeters DVM
- Diode lasers
- Double monochromators
- Electron microscopes
Technology
- Adobe Systems Adobe Audition
- Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
- Ansible software
- Aptech Systems GAUSS
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C
- C++
- COMSOL Multiphysics
- Canu
- Dose modeling software
- Eclipse IDE
- Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System EPICS
- Extensible markup language XML
- Formula translation/translator FORTRAN
- GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP
- GNU Octave
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- operate high energy linear accelerator
- use laboratory equipment
- prepare reports
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- prepare environmental impact or related environmental reports
- direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
- work as a team member
- advise clients or customers
- provide expert testimony on research results
- advise authorities in procedures for radiation incidents or hazards
- recommend further study or action based on research data
- advise governmental or industrial personnel
- adhere to safety procedures
- ensure prescribed safe radiation levels are maintained
- monitor operating procedures of radiation producing equipment
- write research or project grant proposals
- write business project or bid proposals
- develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
- develop plans for programs or projects
- plan scientific research or investigative studies
- communicate technical information
- make presentations
- confer with scientists
- explain complex mathematical information
- write scholarly or technical research papers
- present research papers or dissertations on physical science issues
- confer with research personnel
- confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
- develop new products based on scientific research results
- design manufacturing processes or methods
- develop mathematical ideas or interpretations
- develop mathematical simulation models
- develop scientific or mathematical hypotheses, theories, or laws
- design equipment, apparatus, or instruments for scientific research
- record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
- identify type of radiation
- make decisions
- resolve engineering or science problems
- use government regulations
- use hazardous materials information
- use oral or written communication techniques
- use scientific research methodology
- follow safe waste disposal procedures
- use teaching techniques
- use knowledge of investigation techniques
- use knowledge of materials testing procedures
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
- use physical science research techniques
- use quantitative research methods
- use library or online Internet research techniques
- develop tables depicting data
- classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena
- collect scientific or technical data
- collect statistical data
- study structure or properties of submicroscopic matter
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use relational database software
- use spreadsheet software
- use word processing or desktop publishing software
- develop or maintain databases
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- conduct field research or investigative studies
- conduct laboratory research or experiments
- conduct nuclear research
- conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
- conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
- evaluate manufacturing or processing systems
- analyze ecosystem data
- perform statistical analysis in physical science or geological research
- forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data
- conduct analyses to determine physical properties of materials
- conduct research on astronomical phenomenon
- conduct research into the relationship between time or space
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.
- Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.
- Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
- Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.
- Write research proposals to receive funding.
- Teach physics to students.
- Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.
- Conduct research pertaining to potential environmental impacts of atomic energy-related industrial development to determine licensing qualifications.
- Observe the structure and properties of matter, and the transformation and propagation of energy, using equipment such as masers, lasers, and telescopes, to explore and identify the basic principles governing these phenomena.
- Develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and apply these theories and laws to problems in areas such as nuclear energy, optics, and aerospace technology.
- Collaborate with other scientists in the design, development, and testing of experimental, industrial, or medical equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
- Develop standards of permissible concentrations of radioisotopes in liquids and gases.
- Conduct application evaluations and analyze results to determine commercial, industrial, scientific, medical, military, or other uses for electro-optical devices.
- Develop manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication processes of lasers, masers, infrared, and other light-emitting and light-sensitive devices.
- Advise authorities of procedures to be followed in radiation incidents or hazards, and assist in civil defense planning.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
Aerospace Industries Association
The Aerospace Industries Association represents the nation's leading manufacturers and suppliers of civil, military, and business aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, space systems, aircraft engines, missiles, materiel, and related components, equipment, services, and information technology.
Learn MoreAlfred University: Summer Institute in Astronomy
This exciting residential program is designed for high school students who love astronomy and want to spend time learning more about this fascinating subject with other students who share their passion. The Astronomy Institute is conducted at the Stull Observatory on the Alfred University Campus. This facility has been judged to be one of the best teaching observatories in the country.
Learn MoreAmazing Space
Amazing Space uses the Hubble Space Telescope's discoveries to inspire and educate about the wonders of our universe. Find all the classic Amazing Space activities. Get to know our vast universe by exploring its planets, galaxies, comets, black holes, and more. The online explorations, adventures and highlights of the month's stars are available with teacher tools.
Learn MoreAmerican Astronomical Society (AAS)
The American Astronomical Society (AAS) is primarily a society of researchers in astronomy. Established in 1899, it is the major organization of professional astronomers in North America. The basic objective of the AAS is to promote the advancement of astronomy and closely related branches of science.
Learn MoreAmerican Institute of Physics (AIP)
The American Institute of Physics (AIP) a membership corporation promots the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics and its application to human welfare. It is the mission of the Institute to serve physics, astronomy, and related fields of science and technology by serving its Member Societies and their associates, individual scientists, educators, R&D leaders, and the general public with programs, services and publications.
Learn MoreAmerican Meteorological Society (AMS)
The American Meteorological Society promotes the development and dissemination of information and education on the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences and the advancement of their professional applications.
Learn MoreAmerican Nuclear Society
The core purpose of the American Nuclear Society is to promote the awareness and understanding of the application of nuclear science and technology.
Learn MoreAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
The Society's purpose is to advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology through publication of scientific and educational journals,organization of scientific meetings, advocacy for funding of basic research and education, support of science education at all levels, and promoting the diversity of individuals entering the scientific workforce.
Learn MoreAnalyze Math: Mathematics Tutorials and Problems
Free mathematics tutorials to help you explore and gain deep understanding of math topics. The site includes several java applets to investigate Graphs of Functions and Equations. Algebra,Trigonometry, Calculus, Geometry and Precalculus tutorials can be used either as complements to topics already studied or to learn a new topic through exploration.
Learn MoreBeginner's Guide to Aeronautics
Do you ever wonder how airplanes fly? How does a pilot control the movement of the airplane? Why are the engines on an airliner different from the engines on a fighter plane? The information at this site is provided by the NASA Glenn Educational Programs Office to give you a better understanding of how aircraft work. Each page at this site describes a single topic related to basic airplane aerodynamics, propulsion, rockets, or kites.
Learn MoreCareers in Statistics: A World of Opportunity
Statisticians collect and analyze data, then calculate results using a specific design. They are able to draw conclusions and make decisions in the face of uncertainty. Statisticians provide crucial guidance in determining what information is reliable and which predictions can be trusted. Careers in Statistics informs the reader that mathematical and statistical knowledge is applied to social, economic, medical, political, and ecological problems in a variety of businesses and industries.
Learn MoreCenter for Nanoscale Systems Institute for Physics Teachers: Labs and Lending Library
Teams of high school teachers and Cornell University scientists collaborate to develop hands-on inquiary-based labs. Currently there are 23 labs in PDF available for downloading by any teacher.
Learn MoreCenter for Nanoscale Systems Institute for Physics Teachers: Summer Program in Contemporary Physics
The Institute is designed specifically for high school physics teachers and was created as an educational outreach program of the Cornell Center for Nanoscale Systems. The Institute's goals are: to update high school teachers on recent advances in physics and related applications and provide participants with take-home laboratory exercises designed to meet the time and budgetary constraints of a typical high school. These exercises are relevant to many aspects of the NYS Physics Core Curriculum.
Learn MoreCollege of SUNY Geneseo Young Scholar Adventures: Geneseo Summer Scholars
The Geneseo Summer scholars program is a wonderful opportunity for interested students entering grades 5 to 8 to take advantage of. Each student chooses two courses that interest them. The courses include Adventures in Science, Astronomy and Aerospace, Computer Art and Design and Web Site Design.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Math Mini-Lessons (Elementary)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Math Mini-Lessons (High School)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Math Mini-Lessons (Intermediate)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreColumbia University Summer Program For High School Students, Junior - Senior Division
The Summer Program for High School Students in New York City is renowned for its academic rigor, instructional excellence, and the unique opportunity to experience college life in the Ivy League and life in New York City. Intensive summer study includes a variety of coursework in Engineering, Mathematics, and Science and Computers.
Learn MoreColumbia University Summer Research Program for Science Teachers
The primary aim of the Program is to provide New York metropolitan area middle and high school science teachers with sustained hands-on experience in scientific research so they can better understand the practice of science, and better transmit to their students and fellow teachers a feeling for its practice. Each teacher spends two consecutive summers working as a laboratory research assistant under the supervision of a Columbia faculty mentor.
Learn MoreCool Cosmos: The Infrared Universe
Learn about Infrared Light and Multiwavelength Astronomy. Discover light outside the visible spectrum with many the classroom activities, experiments and lesson plans provided for you at Cool Cosmos!
Learn MoreCosmic Journey: A History of Scientific Cosmology
From the ancient Greeks to the Hubble Space Telescope - the story of the colorful individuals, startling ideas and ingenious tools that brought us knowledge of the vast and strange universe we inhabit. Written by leading historians of astronomy and richly illustrated.
Learn MoreDiscovery Channel School's Lesson Plans Library
View the list of brand-new lesson plans for elementary, middle and high school students. Lesson plans include the sciences, mathematics and technology. Hundreds of original lesson plans, all written by teachers for teachers are easily accessible. Use the pull-down menus to browse by subject, grade, or both.
Learn MoreDiscovery School's Science Fair Central
So you're going to do a science fair project! Science Fair Central: Creative Investigations into the Real World contains helpful links including a comprehensive guide to creating your science fair project, Janice VanCleave's winning science fair project help guide with helpful resources and project ideas listing project topics to help you get started.
Learn MoreEnergy Kid's Page
Follow along with Energy Ant at the Energy Kid's Page and explore classroom projects, games, energy basics and more.
Learn MoreFMA (Force/MAss) Live! Serious Science
FMA Live! teaches Forces and Motion and the process of scientific inquiry in an innovative, entertaining, and memorable way. FMA Live! not only delivers solid science that supports the learning objectives of the National Science Education Standards for grades 5 to 8, but also helps kids learn that science is key to understanding the world around them in with this dynamic `rock `n roll? science education program.
Learn MoreFizzics Fizzle
Fizzics Fizzle, your interactive guide to physics is a comprehensive guide to understanding the world of physics. It offers content for students who have never been exposed to the world of physics before to the physics curriculum generally taught in introductory college physics classes and high school Advanced Placement Physics C classes.
Learn MoreFrom Stargazers to Starships
From Stargazers to Starships is an introduction to the apparent motion of the Sun across the sky and the way it changes in summer and winter. The students will recognize the daily motion of the Sun across the sky, defining the main directions of east, west, south and north, the locations of sunrise and sunset (for viewers north of the equator) migrate southward in the winter and northward in the summer, changing the length of the day and causing summers to be warmer, winters colder and more.
Learn MoreGoudreau Museum of Mathematics in Art and Science
The Goudreau Math Museum offers workshops for staff development. Workshops can be done either at the Goudreau Museum, located in New Hyde Park, NY, or at your school. The topics include using teddy bears, clowns and animals to help young children develop logical thinking to use as a problem-solving strategy, the concepts of shape, balance, symmetry, reflection, and 2-3 and 3-d space using geometric shapes to develop Art-Tessellations and a look at some surprising places to find math in and out of the classroom are available.
Learn MoreHigh School Physics Teachers Workshops
High School Physics Teachers Workshops include make-and-take workshops for construction of physics demonstrations. In addition, equipment will be procured to build a Lending Library, circulating among the schools.
Learn MoreHigh School Physics Teachers Workshops
High School Physics Teachers Workshops include make and take workshops for construction of physics demonstrations. In addition, equipment will be procured to build a Lending Library, circulating among the schools.
Learn MoreHubbleSite The Space Telescope
HubbleSite furthers our knowledge of astronomy. Scan the heavens, see how Hubble's observations have expanded our understanding of the cosmos, and get the facts: answers to the basic questions about astronomy and Hubble, figures and charts, and dictionary definitions for astronomical terms.
Learn MoreIlluminations: Activities
Illuminations is designed to provide standards based resources that improve the teaching and learning of mathematics for all students. The library of 90 online activities sorted by age group help to make math come alive in the classroom or at home.
Learn MoreIlluminations: Lessons
Illuminations is designed to provide standards based resources that improve the teaching and learning of mathematics for all students. The collection of 524 lessons for preK12 math educators is easily sorted by age group and topic.
Learn MoreInterMath
InterMath is a professional development effort designed to support teachers in becoming better mathematics educators. It focuses on building teachers' mathematical content knowledge through mathematical investigations that are supported by technology. Lesson plans include handouts.
Learn MoreInvestigations in Theoretical and Experimental Physics
Highly qualified students join members of Columbia's Department of Physics for discussions of contemporary physical theories and for work on experiments in the University laboratories.Lectures introduce students to the fundamentals of classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, relativity, and electromagnetism. New mathematical concepts are presented in detail. Afternoon laboratory work focuses on experiments and computer simulations in both classical and modern physics
Learn MoreIt's a Wild Ride! A Roller Coaster Design Project
It's a Wild Ride is an interdisciplinary project that engages students in the design of roller coasters. A team of three Idaho 8th grade teachers developed the project to apply laws of motion in science, linear and non-linear equations in math and technical research and reporting in language arts. The project achieves a balance between student directed exploration of the high interest topic and academic rigor of each discipline.
Learn MoreJohnnie's Math Page
Johnnie's Math Page is a collection of K8 interactive math activities gathered by an elementary math teacher. This is great for individual practice or whole-group interactive whiteboard use. The activities include measurement, fractions, multiplication and more.
Learn MoreKids' Crossing
Kids' Crossing is a web space for you to learn about the Earth and atmospheric sciences! Explore dangerous weather, follow dewdrop through the water cycle, discover the stuff in our atmosphere and more.
Learn MoreKids' Crossing in the Classroom A Guide for Educators
Kids' Crossing, is a web space for you and your students to learn about the Earth and atmospheric sciences! Kids? Crossing in the Classroom covers a range of Earth and atmospheric science content including: The Water Cycle, Weather, Climate and Global Change, Cycles of the Earth System, and more. Suggested readings from the Kids' Crossing Web site promote literacy skills as well as scientific understanding
Learn MoreKopernik Talent Search (KTS)
The Kopernik Space Education Center offers a sequence of K12 programs for students highly interested in science and technology through the Kopernik Talent Search (KTS). KTS encourages young people to work and to think like scientists as they explore the world around them. Kopernik students discover the excitement of hands on learning at one of the best K12 science lab complexes available.
Learn MoreLearn NC: Math
Learn NC gives you what you need for K12 teaching. The site leads you to web resources and complete lesson plans. The math link covers math topics from a lesson called Dinosaur Math(K) for manipulatives learning to algebra and discrete mathematics named To be or not to be(8-12).
Learn MoreMain Street Science Lending Library
This lending library serves as a resource for K12 teachers and educators to engage students in hands on science activities. Each activity includes a lesson plan and all supplies.
Learn MoreMars Millennium Project
The countdown to a new century provides a unique opportunity to engage America's youth in charting a course for the future. The Mars Millennium Project, an official White House Millennium Council Youth Initiative, challenges students across the nation to design a community yet to be imagined - for the planet Mars. This interdisciplinary learning project will engage kindergarten through high-school students in classrooms and youth groups throughout the United States.
Learn MoreMath Dude: See How Cool Math Can Be Algebra Video Series
The Math Dude, a new video series helps middle and high school students improve their Algebra skills. These fast?paced programs are aimed at helping students with Algebra I and each five- to seven-minute episode may be viewed online through podcasts and iTunes.
Learn MoreMrs. Glosser's Math Goodies
Mrs. Glosser's Math Goodies' interactive math lessons, puzzles and worksheets are self-paced learning modules ideal for students of all ages and abilities and aspire to the NCTM Standards for Teaching mathematics. These interactive math lessons were created to help children develop problem-solving skills.
Learn MoreNASA Quest
NASA Quest connects K-12 classrooms with people,research and science through mission-based interactions and activities. The interactive explorations are designed to engage students in authentic scientific and engineering processes. A link to Women of NASA encourages young women to pursue careers in math and science.
Learn MoreNASA Quest
NASA Quest connects K12 classrooms with people,research and science through mission based interactions and activities. The interactive explorations are designed to engage students in authentic scientific and engineering processes. A link to Women of NASA encourages young women to pursue careers in math and science.
Learn MoreNASA's Celestia Exploration Activity
Explore the wild and natural wonders of our celestial neighbors. Soar freely through the Solar System with NASA's Learning Technologies Celestia Exploration Activity. This highly interactive, richly engaging, and scientifically accurate website based on the Middle School National Science Education Standards for Solar System science
Learn MoreNASA's Get Into EdSpace
Edspace is the web site of NASA's Educator Astronaut Program. The site invites you to walk in the shoes of an astronaut to experience virtual training exercises and get behind the scenes to learn more about the people on Earth who make spaceflight possible. At Edspace, you can learn about how astronauts prepare for spaceflight, what it's like to live in space, and even take part in online projects.
Learn MoreNY Hall of Science
The Science Hall features more than 400 interactive exhibits to explore the wonder and excitement of biology,chemistry and physics through engaging permanent and traveling exhibitions.
Learn MoreNational Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Established in 1988 as a national resource for molecular biology information, NCBI creates public databases, conducts research in computational biology, develops software tools for analyzing genome data, and disseminates biomedical information - all for the better understanding of molecular processes affecting human health and disease.
Learn MoreNational Middle School Science Bowl, Buffalo Museum of Science, Western New York Regional Site
There are two competitions at the National Middle School Science Bowl, an academic math and science competition and a model fuel cell car competition. The academic competition is a fast paced question and answer contest where students answer questions about earth science, physical science, life science, math, and general science. The model fuel cell car competition challenges students to design, build, and race model cars.
Learn MoreNational Middle School Science Bowl, GE / KAPL Upstate New York Regional Site
There are two competitions at the National Middle School Science Bowl - an academic math and science competition and a model fuel cell car competition. The academic competition is a fast paced question and answer contest where students answer questions about earth science, physical science, life science, math, and general science. The model fuel cell car competition challenges students to design, build, and race model cars.
Learn MoreNational Middle School Science Bowl:Upstate New York - Knolls Atomic / General Electric,Niskayuna,NY
There are two competitions at the National Middle School Science Bowl - an academic math and science competition and a model fuel cell car competition. The academic competition is a fast-paced question-and-answer contest where students answer questions about earth science, physical science, life science, math, and general science. The model fuel cell car competition challenges students to design, build, and race model cars.
Learn MoreNational Middle School Science Bowl:Western New York -Buffalo Museum of Science,Buffalo,NY
There are two competitions at the National Middle School Science Bowl - an academic math and science competition and a model fuel cell car competition. The academic competition is a fast-paced question-and-answer contest where students answer questions about earth science, physical science, life science, math, and general science. The model fuel cell car competition challenges students to design, build, and race model cars.
Learn MoreNational Science Bowl Regional Facility Monroe Community College Rochester, New York
The National Science Bowl is a highly visible educational event and academic competition among teams of high school students who attend science seminars and compete in a verbal forum to solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math.
Learn MoreNational Science Bowl Regional Facility, Brookhaven National Laboratory Long Island, NYC area Site
The National Science Bowl is a highly visible educational event and academic competition among teams of high school students who attend science seminars and compete in a verbal forum to solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math.
Learn MoreNational Science Bowl Regional Facility: New York - Brookhaven National Laboratory, Long Island, NYC area
The National Science Bowl is a highly visible educational event and academic competition among teams of high school students who attend science seminars and compete in a verbal forum to solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math.
Learn MoreNational Science Bowl Regional Facility: New York -Upstate New York, Albany, Schenectady Area - Knolls Atomic & General Electric Center,Clifton Park,NY
The National Science Bowl is a highly visible educational event and academic competition among teams of high school students who attend science seminars and compete in a verbal forum to solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math.
Learn MoreNational Science Bowl, GE / KAPL Upstate New York Regional Site
The National Science Bowl is a highly visible educational event and academic competition among teams of high school students who attend science seminars and compete in a verbal forum to solve technical problems and answer questions in all branches of science and math.
Learn MoreOffice of Science: Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists
The mission of the Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists program is to provide a continuum of opportunities to the Nation's students and teachers of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Workforce Development Programs from the US Energy Department, through Office of Science support college students and teacher development through a variety of internships and programs.
Learn MoreOffice of Science: Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists
The mission of the Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists program is to provide a continuum of opportunities to the Nation's students and teachers STEM through a variety of internships and programs.
Learn MorePROMYS: Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists
PROMYS is a six week summer program at Boston University designed to encourage motivated high school students to explore the creative world of mathematics in a supportive community of peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and visiting scientists.
Learn MorePhysicists and astronomers
Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
Learn MorePhysics and Arts Summer Institute
At the Summer Institute, communicate with the public about why physics is so exciting by constructing an exhibit featuring a spark chamber, a physics instrument that can make cosmic rays visible to the naked eye. Celebrate the discipline of physics in a nonintimidating and entertaining way!
Learn MorePolytechnic University Mathematics Institute
The Mathematics Institute at Polytechnic University focuses on giving high school students real-world, problem-solving experience with an emphasis on pure and applied mathematics. Students will build their skills within areas such as Number Theory, Geometry, Combinatorics, and Elementary Analysis.
Learn MorePre-College Experience in Physics(PREP): To Encourage the Participation of Women in Science
PREP is a summer science program that students will learn about the "laws of physics" by seeing them in action,see how these skills and concepts relate to real life and meet real scientists as an exploration of scientific careers.
Learn MorePreCollege Research Abroad Program at the Puschino Science Center Russia
KEI's PreCollege Research Abroad Program at the Puschino Science Center (PSC) is a joint effort between the Knowledge Exchange Institute and the Russian Academy of Science, to provide research and educational opportunities to motivated high school students at one of the largest research centers in Russia. The curriculum consists of laboratory research, seminars, preparation for the Intel Science Talent Search (as well as other science contests) and preparation for journal publication.
Learn MoreProject E.R. (Environmental Rescue)
Ecosystems are changing rapidly, and plants and animals are becoming extinct at an alarming rate. Because humans depend on ecosystems for food, medicine, and other natural resources, it is time for you to rescue the environment. What can you do to protect the planet and the things that live on it? To find out join Project E.R. (environmental rescue).
Learn MoreRader's Cosmos4Kids
Cosmos4Kids.com is a website that teaches the basics of astronomy and space exploration to all ages. It has sections on the universe, galaxies, systems, the Solar System, space exploration and missions.
Learn MoreRader's NumberNut
NumberNut.com is a website that teaches the basics of math to all ages. It has sections on artithmetic which includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. More advanced ideas like fractions, decimals, and percentages have been added. Information on prealgebra topics is coming!
Learn MoreRader's Physics4Kids
Physics4Kids.com is a website that teaches the basics of physics to all ages. It has sections on motion, light, thermodynamics, sound, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics.
Learn MoreSUNY New Paltz Summer Camp: Mad Science NASA
Mad Science has sparked imaginative learning with their unique brand of engaging and educational live programs and activities. NASA - Learn how different kinds of flying machines work as you explore the principles that we use to move ourselves through the air. Launch several kinds of rockets and use tools for celestial navigation to track their flight path.
Learn MoreService Science, Management and Engineering (SSME)
Service Science, Management and Engineering (SSME) is a new multi-disciplinary research and academic effort that integrates aspects of established fields such as computer science, operations research, engineering, management sciences, business strategy, social and cognitive sciences, and legal sciences.
Learn MoreSiemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science and Technology
The Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology recognizes remarkable talent early on, fostering individual growth for high school students who are willing to challenge themselves through science research. Through regional competition, students have an opportunity to achieve national recognition for science research projects that they complete in high school.
Learn MoreSolar Physics Group Marshall Space Flight Center (NASA)
The Sun is a source of light and heat for life on Earth, it is the source of the solar wind and it also serves an important role in helping us to understand the rest of the astronomical universe. How and why does the Sun vary? The Solar Physics Group at Marshall Space Flight Center (NASA) answers this question and more.
Learn MoreSpace Science Education Resource Directory
The Space Science Education Resource Directory is a convenient way to find NASA space science products for use in classrooms, science museums, planetariums, and other settings. There are several ways to search in the Resource Directory: "Grade/Subject," "Topic," or "Custom Search." The Solar System, Light and Color and Black Holes are some topics.
Learn MoreSt. Joseph's College High School Program - Experiences in Scientific Research
This four Saturday program features one Saturday of each of the following: new experiments in chemistry, polymer chemistry, physiology experiences, microbiology wonders, physics challenges, astronomy adventures and finally, forensic science, artistry in science with a detective guest speaker on this day during lunch time.
Learn MoreStudent Learning Assistance Center Math Tutorials
Looking to help your students get the most out of their math education? These math tutorials contain lessons for basic mathematics, algebra and geometry, precalculus and calculus. Interactive review exercises, powerpoint slides and easily printed text are included.
Learn MoreSue Files
Check out this web-based curriculum designed to put students in the shoes of a paleontologist studying Sue, the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex. Although the scenario presented on this site is fictitious and designed to be an engaging story, all the scientific information regarding Sue the T. rex and the science of paleontology is completely accurate.
Learn MoreSuffolk County Community College Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)
The Science and Technology Entry Program develops the abilities and skills of students to prepare them for entry in careers in math, science, technology and the licensed professions. STEP serves underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students in selected school districts, grades 7 to 12.
Learn MoreSummer Astronomy Institutes
These institutes give students the opportunity to learn more about astronomy.The Institutes will cover topics such as:Astronomical Basics,Variable Star Photometry ,Asteroid Astrometry and Photometry ,Astronomical Imaging of Nebulae,Lunar Geology ,Solar Flares and more.
Learn MoreSummer Science Exploration, Summer Camp in the Museum
Summer Science Exploration is a free, three day program for students enrolled in Suffolk County elementary schools. This school-based summer program has inquiry based activities with physical evidence and environmental themes. You provide transportation and teacher chaperone.
Learn MoreSummer Science Exploration: Summer Camp in the Museum
A three day program for students enrolled in Suffolk County elementary school-based summer programs with inquiry-based activities and physical evidence and environmental themes.
Learn MoreTeach Locally, Teach Globally III, Using Environmental Issues in Science Classrooms to Meet New York State Learning Standards
One of the goals for this workshop is to enhance K12 teachers' content knowledge through dissemination of new STEM teaching resources through print materials and the Internet and through professional development workshops for science teachers.
Learn MoreTeach Locally, Teach Globally III:Using Environmental Issues in Science Classrooms to Meet New York State Learning Standards
One of the goals for this workshop is to enhance K-12 teachers' content knowledge through dissemination of new STEM teaching resources through print materials and the Internet and through professional development workshops for science teachers.
Learn MoreTeacher Academy in Physical Science (TAPS)
The Teacher Academy in Physical Science (TAPS) program is a four-week summer program for teachers of grades 5 through 8 designed to build teachers' skills in the physical sciences.The 2006 program (July 5th - August 2nd) will include the following components: a course in basic geophysics, lectures on current research, exploration and creation of physical science classroom activities and completion of a team-based research project under the guidance of Lab staff.
Learn MoreTeacher Academy in Physical Science (TAPS)
The Teacher Academy in Physical Science (TAPS) program is a four week summer program for teachers of grades 5 through 8 designed to build teachers' skills in the physical sciences.The 2006 program included a course in basic geophysics, lectures on current research, exploration and creation of physical science classroom activities and completion of a team based research project under the guidance of Lab staff.
Learn MoreTeam America Rocketry Challenge
The Challenge: each team of students must design and build a model rocket carrying one hen egg that will fly to exactly 850 feet and stay aloft for exactly 45 seconds and return the egg uncracked. The qualifying selection flight demonstration is due April 9, 2007. Team sends in form if the flight is successful.
Learn MoreThe Great Magnet, the Earth
The Great Magnet, the Earth is a nonmathematical historical outline of the study of the Earth's magnetism. This web site tells the story of Gilbert and his book, "De Magnete"--"On the Magnet" with glimpses of London in 1600, and with studies of magnetism before and after Gilbert.
Learn MoreThe Observatorium
The Observatorium promotes improved public access to NASA's large repository of Earth and space science data, applications, and technologies. Pictures of the Earth, planets, stars, and other cool stuff, as well as the stories behind those images are found here.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester's Pre College Experience in Physics(PREP), To Encourage the Participation of Women in Science
PREP, a summer science program encourages young women's interest in the sciences. It provides an introduction to physics through a sequence of hands on, inquiry driven laboratory activities with experienced instructors.
Learn MoreWindows to the Universe
Windows to the Universe is a user-friendly learning system covering the Earth and Space sciences. It includes a rich array of documents, including images, movies, animations, and data sets, that explore the Earth and Space sciences and the historical and cultural ties between science, exploration, and the human experience.
Learn MoreYoung Naturalist Awards: Essay Contest
This research based essay contest is for students in grades 7 to12. It promotes participation and communication in science. The theme remains the same, "Scientific Discovery Begins with Expeditions!" Students choose a topic in biology, earth science, or astronomy and take an expedition to an area where they can explore their topic.
Learn More