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Physics for the third millennium
http://www.wyp-ptm.org/

“Physics for the Third Millennium” was a conference organized by Marshall Space Flight Centre’s Science Directorate in which leading physicists participated to share their views on various issues. You can read through the conference agenda, find out more about the different speakers, listen to the various lectures and also view poster presentations.

Physics research
http://www.physorg.com/

As the World Year of Physics continues, why not take the opportunity to learn about the recent breakthroughs in physics? This website features an in-depth look at the news stories related to physics, nanotechnology and quantum physics, electronic devices and research and development. There is also a discussion forum as well as a weblog.

Einstein@Home
http://www.physics2005.org/events/einsteinathome/index.html

If you want to experience the World Year of Physics, here is a project which will help you. Download a small screensaver which will serve to collect and process data related to the discipline. You can find out more about this program on the website.

Living the year of physics
http://interactions.org/quantumdiaries/

This website provides a closer look at what the world’s prominent physicists are doing during the course of the World Year of Physics. Their blogs and journal entries give you a peek into their lives as they attend seminars, write research papers, and so on.

Physics blog
http://www.physics.uiuc.edu/blog.htm

As weblogs catch on fast with all kinds of online communities, physicists are not to be left behind. This blog is the ultimate proof. From news and events to recent developments and newsletters, every part of this blog is worth a read.

Physics students
http://www.iaps.info/index.php

The International Association of Physics Students brings together students from around the globe to “promote collaboration among them”. You can browse through their forum and view their publications. There is a separate section dedicated to news and another one to the World Year of Physics.