Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS)

Protons Being Flipped, Credit: Gwendal Kervern, University of Lyon

Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS)

Harnessing the collective efforts of the mathematical and physical sciences communities to address the most compelling scientific questions, educate the future advanced workforce, and promote discoveries to meet the needs of the Nation.

Professor Chandralekha Singh from the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh with two of her Ph.D. students, Lisabeth Santana and Mary Jane Brundage; Credit: Professor Chandralekha Singh, Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Pittsburgh / R. Winkelbauer (NSF)

Women and the Quantum Revolution

Training the diverse STEM workforce that will build our future.

From left: Dr. LaShanda Korley, Dr. Paula Hammond, and Dr. Symone Alexander, Credit: LaShanda Korley

A Legacy of Excellence

How One Researcher Can Inspire Generations of Innovative Scientific Minds

High-temperature Superconductors, Credit: Kazuhiro Fujita, Cornell University Project

MPS Broadening Participation

MPS has a strong commitment to broadening participation.

Two Entangled Quantum Particles, Credit: Nicolle R. Fuller / NSF

Quantum Information Science and Engineering

Image of Brain Networks with Explosions, Credit: ©iStock.com/Henrik5000

Artificial Intelligence for Sciences and Science of Artificial Intelligence

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Divisions and Offices

Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST)

The Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST) supports research in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics as well as related multidisciplinary studies.

Division of Chemistry (CHE)

The Division of Chemistry (CHE) supports innovative research in chemical sciences, integrated with education, through strategic investment in developing a globally engaged U.S. chemistry workforce.

Division of Materials Research (DMR)

The Division of Materials Research (DMR) supports research and education activities in the United States through funding of individual investigators, teams, centers, facilities, and instrumentation.

Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS)

The Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS) supports a wide range of projects aimed at developing and exploring the properties and applications of mathematical structures.

Division of Physics (PHY)

The Division of Physics has primary responsibility for the health of research and education in many areas of physics in the nation's colleges and universities.

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