ISRAEL PHYSICAL SOCIETY MISSION
The mission of the Israel Physical Society is to advance excellence in physics research, education, and innovation while fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of scientists, educators, and students. We are committed to promoting groundbreaking discoveries, supporting the professional development of our members, and engaging with the public through outreach initiatives that inspire curiosity and understanding of physics. By embracing diversity and collaboration across disciplines and institutions, we aim to strengthen the role of physics in addressing global challenges and contributing to the scientific and technological growth of Israel and worldwide society.
IPS HISTORY
The Israel Physical Society, founded in 1954, is a voluntary non-profit society, which acts to stimulate research and education in physics and voice the concerns of its members. The organization is open to all physicists, students, and those who support research and education in physics.
Prof. Giulio (Yoel) Racah from the Hebrew university was the first president of the IPS (1954-1956)
IPS COUNCIL
Prof. Nadav Katz
President
The Racah Institute of Physics, Faculty Of Science
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Prof. Ehoud Pazy
Vice President
NRCN
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Prof Benny Trakhtenbrot
Treasurer
Tel Aviv University
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Prof. Amos Sharoni
Council member
Bar Ilan University
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Prof. Michael Kroyter
Council member
HIT
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PAST PRESIDENTS
Prof. Avishay Gal-Yam
2020-2025
Weizmann Institute of Science
Prof. Avi Pe'er
2020-2025
Bar Ilan University
Prof. Yossi Avron
2017-2020
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Prof. Yaron Oz
2014-2017
Tel-Aviv University
Prof. Yigal Meir
2011-2014
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Prof. Avishai Dekel
2008-2011
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Prof. Joan Adler
2005-2007
Technion - Technion - Israel Institute of Technology