The Applied Physics Institute is a multidisciplinary center performing research and development projects in the areas of nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, material science, medical physics, and homeland security.

The Applied Physics Iinstitute is supported by the Western Kentucky University, federal and state R&D grants, and contracts.
The institute is located at the WKU Center for Research and Development, and is a member of the WKU Applied Research and Technology Program.

1-15-2009 • API Sponsors KY FLL

Applied Physics Institute and the Cyber Defense Lab continued their sponsorship this year for the Kentucky FIRST LEGO League. The competition was held at WKU’s Diddle Arena on Jan. 9, 2009.

9-6-2008 • API awarded grant for threat prevention

The API was awarded with a Homeland Security grant under the topic area of threat prevention. The $350,000 project is titled “Waterborne Threat Interdiction Utilizing Underwater Impulse Generation” and will be lead by Dr. Phillip Womble.

9-5-2008 • API welcomes new staff member

Melinda Humphrey has joined the API staff as a Research Administrator where she will help with the coordination of various projects along with assisting Dr. Phillip Womble, so that assignments can run more smoothly.

• Science
Highly trained members of the Applied Physics Institute use fundamental physics principles to address research issues of technological importance at the frontiers of science and engineering.

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• Education
The API provides research experiences for students and postdoctoral scientists. Students receive hands-on training in real life projects using novel experimental techniques.

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• Economy
The API creates partnership with industry and jobs in Kentucky and nationwide. Our facilities are available for use by academic or commercial partners.

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