The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a nonprofit organization that advances and promotes the physical sciences. The organization was founded in 1931 and is headquartered in College Park, Maryland. AIP's mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. The organization provides a wide range of services to its members, including publishing scientific journals, organizing conferences and meetings, and providing educational resources. AIP is also involved in public policy and advocacy, working to promote the importance of science and technology to policymakers and the public.