Funded Projects
In 2022, AIP distributed over $322,000 in Venture grants to support Member Society projects, some of which had Affiliate partners:
- AAPT (lead), with AAS, APS, AVS, NSBP, NSHP and Optica
Physics & Astronomy SEA Change Pilot Project – Cohort 2
To build off the success of its Physics & Astronomy SEA Change project. Additional funding will help academic departments perform self-assessments and develop action plans to improve their culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. - AAPT (lead), with AAS, APS and AIP
Collective Action by AIP Member Societies on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programming for Physics and Astronomy Departments
To develop a framework for collective action in the area of DEI programming for AIP MS and Affiliates and help identify areas for taking joint actions, avoiding duplication of effort, and launching new programs (i.e. where there are gaps). This project will also develop a better understanding of what extent physics and astronomy departments are aware of and utilize the various DEI programs offered by the AIP MS and Affiliates. - AAPM
Increasing Access to Medical Physics Education and Research Excellence (AMPERE) for Global Health
To conduct a survey on the needs of medical physicists in low-and-middle income countries, helping identify resources that could raise the level of healthcare workers worldwide. - AAS (lead), with AAPT, AMS, Optica, and SPS
Engaging America in the Solar Eclipses of 2023 & 2024
To increase its capacity for engaging the public ahead of the 2023 and 2024 solar eclipses that will be seen by most of North America. Funding will allow for AAS’ eclipse-planning workshops to include a professional development component, as well as the creation of public-service announcements about proper eye-safety measures, how to safely capture eclipse images, and more. AAS will partner with AAPT on eclipse education, AMS on eclipse climatology and weather, Optica on viewing safety, and SPS on outreach in local communities around the eclipse paths. - ACA
Crystallography Educational Video Library
To develop a library of online lectures and course material on the basics of the primary techniques of structural science to further its reach to younger and more remote audiences. - AMS
Online Career Counseling Portal
To pilot a career counseling portal, where its members can receive guidance to be better prepared and more successful at securing employment in weather, water, and climate science. The Career Counseling Portal will include real-time connections with a personalized service, as well as provide counseling on securing tenure and certifications. - ASA
Summer Undergraduate Research or Internship Experience in Acoustics (REU)
To grow its new Summer Undergraduate Research/Internship Experience in Acoustics, which places undergraduate students of color with a paid summer experience working on an acoustics project in academia or industry, by supporting a week-long, preparatory short course for participants to lay the foundation for their experience and inform them about acoustics-related careers and the ASA community. - AVS (lead), with AAPT
Concept Development to Expand Vacuum Technology Course Content in Secondary Education for Historically Underserved Communities
To develop a concept around reaching high schools in historically underserved communities with course content around vacuum and vacuum-related technologies, tailored to the specific needs and opportunities.