American Philosophical Society
This country's first learned society, the American Philosophical Society has played an important role in American cultural and intellectual life for over 250 years by promoting useful knowledge in the sciences and humanities through excellence in scholarly research, professional meetings, publications, library resources and community outreach.
American Physical Society
The American Physical Society works to advance and diffuse the knowledge of physics through its outstanding research journals, scientific meetings and education, outreach, advocacy and international activities. Members include physicists in academia, national laboratories and industry in the United States and throughout the world.
Franklin Institute, Benjamin Franklin Medal in Physics
The Franklin Institute's mission is to inspire an understanding of and passion for science and technology learning. The Franklin Institute's Awards Program has long been recognized as the oldest, and most comprehensive science and technology honor bestowed in the country and around the world.
National Academy of Education
The National Academy of Education (NAEd) advances high-quality research to improve education policy and practice. Founded in 1965, the Academy undertakes research studies to address pressing educational issues and administers professional development fellowship programs to enhance the preparation of the next generation of education scholars.
National Academy of Public Administration
The National Academy undertakes its important work on behalf of the public sector by anticipating, evaluating, analyzing and making recommendations on the nation’s most critical and complex public management, governance, policy and operational challenges.