In this era of globalization, international issues cut across essentially ALL aspects of the APS and physics community.
- Science: International R&D collaborations are on the rise; countries are partnering to build big facilities.
- Industry: Companies are increasingly multi-national; US companies are moving R&D facilities offshore.
- Education: The US competes for the world's best talent; it needs to attract and retain first-rate students and scientists.
- Policy: National S&T policies are affected by global events; federal R&D funding influences US participation in international large-scale collaborations.
Check with us often to keep apprised of international issues and opportunities for APS members.
International Visitors
Visa Waiver Program Countries
Under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), citizens of certain countries may travel to the United States for tourism or business purposes--for stays of 90 days or less--without obtaining a visa.
Visa Waiver Program Countries
Travel Authorization Needed
As of 12 January 2009, visitors who plan to travel to the United States under the VWP must apply for "Travel Authorization" at least 72 hours before their departure to the U.S. Visit the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Electronic System for Travel Authorization website for additional information and to access the online application.
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
International Partnerships
Workshop in Ghana
Morning session at meeting in Accra, Ghana.
APS, IOP (UK), and the Kumasi Institute of Technology, Energy and Environment (Ghana), hosted west African scientists, industrialists, and policy makers at a workshop in Accra, Ghana, to develop strategies for biomass energy projects in rural west Africa.
Defining practical energy strategies is a follow-up project to the World Conference on Physics and Sustainable Development. The purpose of the workshop was to define strategies for the practical application of biomass gasification and bio-oil in rural areas. Attendees participated in small working groups to outline projects to be implemented in 2008-2009.
Biomass Technology Workshop in Accra, Ghana
International Affairs Committees & Forums
• Committee on International Scientific Affairs
• Committee on International Freedom of Scientists
• Forum on International Physics
• International Affairs Officer of the Forum on Graduate Student Affairs
