Welcome to the Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology
The IPPP was founded in 2000 as the UK’s national centre for particle phenomenology, researching the properties and behaviour of the most fundamental building blocks of nature. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest particle phenomenology groups in the world. Our research sits at the interface between theoretical particle physics and experiments ranging from particle colliders to gravitational wave detectors. We host an extensive programme of workshops and conferences for the international particle physics community, helping to shape the future of particle physics in the UK. Promoting public understanding of fundamental physics is also central to the IPPP’s goals, particularly with outreach to schools and teachers as well as online content.
Recent IPPP Preprints
Yuval Grossman, Guglielmo Papiri, Stefan Schacht
Jack Y. Araz, Christoph Englert, Matthew Kirk, Gilberto Tetlalmatzi-Xolocotzi
Tanmay Kumar Poddar, Michael Spannowsky
Martin Jung, Stefan Schacht
Taehee Kim, Joon-Bin Lee, M.R. Masouminia, Michael H. Seymour, Un-ki Yang
Newsletter
News
April 28, 2026
Durham physicist Professor Valery Khoze has been elected to the Academia Europaea, one of Europe’s most prestigious academic bodies. The honour recognises his outstanding contributions to...
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March 30, 2026
On 25 March 2026, the IPPP welcomed 92 sixth form students and 7 teachers to Durham University for this year’s International Particle Physics Masterclass, organised by Jessica Turner. The...
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March 2, 2026
Valya Khoze was elected by the IPPP members and confirmed by Durham University and the IPPP Steering Committee to replace Michael Spannowsky and will start as director from 1st of...

