Discover
Discover

Share

Download
Features
/
Article

Opportunities in Physics and Major Research Facilities

MAR 01, 1985
How can we set priorities in physics research and at the same time achieve a balanced approach?

DOI: 10.1063/1.881002

L. Charles Hebel

Few human endeavors have been as fruitful—intellectually, technologically and culturally—as the study of physics. Recent discoveries and future prospects are the subjects of two current evaluations. The 1984 Research Briefing on Selected Opportunities in Physics (PHYSICS TODAY, January, page 20) has been prepared by a panel headed by Hans Frauenfelder and Mildred Dresselhaus for the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the National Science Foundation. Also, the Physics Survey Committee, headed by William Brinkman, is completing its report for the National Research Council. As observed in the 1984 Research Briefing:

This article is only available in PDF format

More about the Authors

L. Charles Hebel. Xerox Palo Alto Research Center.

© 1985 American Institute of Physics
Related content
Features
/
Article
A brief guide to science outreach
Figuring out how to communicate with the public can be overwhelming. Here’s some advice for getting started.
December 16, 2025 04:38 PM
Features
/
Article
The urgent need for research governance of solar geoengineering
Amid growing investment in planetary-scale climate intervention strategies that alter sunlight reflection, global communities deserve inclusive and accountable oversight of research.
December 15, 2025 12:05 PM
Features
/
Article
Superconducting quantum circuits: At the heart of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics
Although motivated by the fundamental exploration of the weirdness of the quantum world, the prizewinning experiments have led to a promising branch of quantum computing technology.
November 25, 2025 03:04 PM
Features
/
Article
Solid-state batteries: Hype, hopes, and hurdles
As conventional lithium-ion battery technology approaches its theoretical limits, researchers are studying alternative architectures with solid electrolytes.
November 10, 2025 10:22 AM
This Content Appeared In
pt-cover_1985_03.jpeg

Volume 38, Number 3

Get PT in your inbox

pt_newsletter_card_blue.png
PT The Week in Physics

A collection of PT's content from the previous week delivered every Monday.

pt_newsletter_card_darkblue.png
PT New Issue Alert

Be notified about the new issue with links to highlights and the full TOC.

pt_newsletter_card_pink.png
PT Webinars & White Papers

The latest webinars, white papers and other informational resources.

By signing up you agree to allow AIP to send you email newsletters. You further agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.