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Radiations, the official Sigma Pi Sigma publication, began as a newsletter in 1930, connecting members and celebrating the society’s values. In 1994, it transformed into a glossy magazine under the same name. Since its inception, the magazine has reflected Sigma Pi Sigma’s core values: honoring academic excellence, fostering a passion for physics and astronomy, encouraging a spirit of service, and building lifelong connections to the physical sciences. Through its news and features, Radiations continues to embody these principles and inspire its readership.

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Reflecting on the 2010s and Absorbing Wisdom for the 2020s
APR 20, 2020
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Congratulations to the newest members of Sigma Pi Sigma 2019
OCT 29, 2019
One way to empower the next generation is through science outreach. That was the goal with this volunteer-made viscosity demonstration, shown here at a Society of Rheology annual meeting outreach event.
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Empowerment and Eärendil’s Star
OCT 28, 2019
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Hidden Physicists
The Environmental Engineer and "Physics Drifter", Tracy Williams
OCT 28, 2019
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Hidden Physicists
The Theologian, Rachel Erin Stuart
OCT 28, 2019
Sigma Pi Sigma leadership from 1928. Picture from M. White personal records.
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Sigma Pi Sigma – A Departmental Legacy of Fellowship
OCT 28, 2019
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Sigma Pi Sigma Favorites: YouTube Science
OCT 28, 2019
Antique test meter from an instrument collection at MIT, acquired by the school in the 1940s. The top center instrument is a miniature Weston voltmeter whose scale ranges from 0 to 120. The shape of the voltmeter is reflected in Sigma Pi Sigma's insignia.
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Physics Instruments Now & Then
OCT 28, 2019
Joshua Burrow explains processes conducted in the Nano-Fab Lab at the University of Dayton during a workshop for high school students attending a women in engineering camp. Photo by Ankita Khanolkar.
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National Society of Black Physicists: Providing a Home for Physics Students
OCT 24, 2019
Cal-Bridge scholars work on their graduate school essays.
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Better Science Through Diversity
OCT 24, 2019
CSU physics alum Sean Gallardo exploring torque and angular momentum as a student. Photo by Brent Jones.
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Chicago State University: Equipping the Next Generation of Physicists
OCT 24, 2019
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Daniel Whiteson: Equipping Kids to Answer Their Own Questions
OCT 24, 2019

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