International Organisations

Astronomy is a truly international science, as evidenced by the number of organisations worldwide devoted to its pursuit. Explore these websites to learn more.

Organisations & Associations

Observatories

Space Associations

Physics Organisations

  • American Institute of Physics (AIP) – a non-profit organisation with the purpose of promoting the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics and its application to human welfare.
  • American Physical Society (APS) – American organisation with the objective of the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of physics.
  • European Physical Society – organisation of more than 70 000 European Physicists.