IOP Publishing is a society-owned scientific publisher dedicated to providing impact, recognition, and value for the scientific community. 

What we do:  

We collaborate with researchers, librarians, and partners worldwide to produce academic journals, and conference proceedings. Our portfolio of science and news media includes Physics World, a trusted source of information. 

What we offer:  

  • We publish over 100 journals across all areas of physics, independently and in partnerships.  

  • We offer the world’s first peer review training and certification programme for the physical sciences. 

  • We are committed to publishing research which adds to scientific knowledge.  

  • We put research integrity before profit.  

  • 100% of our profits are reinvested in physics for the scientific and public good.  

  • We support authors before, during, and after publishing with a variety of guides and templates. 

Delivering positive systemic change:  

At IOP Publishing, we are committed to building a better future by increasing access, transparency, and inclusivity across the physical sciences, while managing our business sustainably. 

Visit ioppublishing.org or our content platform IOPscience to find out more. 


Physics World represents a key part of IOP Publishing's mission to communicate world-class research and innovation to the widest possible audience. Physics World helps scientists working in academic and industrial research stay up to date with the latest breakthroughs in physics and interdisciplinary science. We provide an international readership with a unique mix of daily news, opinion and analysis from an award-winning team of science writers and editors. 

The website forms part of the Physics World portfolio, a collection of online, digital and print information services for the global scientific community. 


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