Particle Physics and Astronomy Research Council |
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Role of organisation |
PPARC's mission is
to pursue a programme of high quality basic research in astronomy,
planetary science and particle physics which furthers our understanding
of fundamental questions, trains high quality scientists and engineers,
increases UK industry's competitiveness, attracts future generations
of scientists and engineers, and stimulates the public's interest.
PPARC funds university researchers through grants to postgraduate students and research fellows. PPARC provides access to international facilities for its research community through payment of the UK subscription to CERN, ESA and ESO. It also provides access to telescopes in Chile, Hawaii, Australia and the Canary Islands. |
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Information office |
Head of Communications: Peter
Barratt Press Officers: Gill Ormrod and Julia Maddock |
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Main responsibilities of information office |
Direct promotion of UK achievements and role of PPARC funded science. Professional support for community public relations and outreach activities. Publication of 'Frontiers' magazine showcasing particle physics, astronomy and space science see http://www.pparc.ac.uk/frontiers/ and publishing an extensive range of popular leaflets and educational resource material explaining PPARC science. | |
Address |
Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, Wilts SN2 1SZ, UK | |
Telephone |
+44 793 442 012 | |
Facsimile |
+44 793 442 002 | |
Internet |
PPARC is at: http://www.pparc.ac.uk. |
