Shanklin-based technology company Innovative Physics has received another top industry award.
The company, which specialises in sensor technology, artificial intelligence and pattern recognition in the civil nuclear, homeland security and medical sectors, has received a Business Innovation Award at the Institute of Physics Business Awards 2022.
The award acknowledges companies that have excelled in innovation and delivered significant economic and/or societal impact through the application of physics.
Innovative Physics was 1 of only 3 companies to receive the award which recognises the ongoing success it has had with its world-leading detection technology which allows reliable and safe radiation detection in harsh and highly noisy environments.
The technology is in use across the world including in the operation to decontaminate the tsunami-stricken Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan.
The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body for physics in the UK and Ireland. It seeks to raise public awareness and understanding of physics, inspire people to develop their knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community.
Based at Landguard Manor in Shanklin, Innovative Physics employs around 20 people.
Chief Executive Mike Anderson said:
“It is always nice to have our successes acknowledged but it is especially pleasing when that recognition comes from our peers within the industry.
“Our dedicated team has helped us to grow from strength to strength. We have received a few award nominations recently which is really good for us and also good for the reputation of the Isle of Wight as the home of some enterprising, innovative and successful businesses.”
Institute of Physics Deputy Chief Executive, Rachel Youngman, said:
“The IOP Business Awards recognise and reward the achievements of physics-based businesses at all stages and of all sizes. These innovative companies are making significant contributions to the UK and Ireland’s scientific research and development, driving innovation and supporting the economy.
“All of this year’s winners have creatively applied physics to bring about positive change to individuals, societies or economies, by tackling a new problem or improving on a previous solution.
“Recent events have underlined the absolute necessity to encourage and reward our scientists. We rely on their dedication and innovation for our lifestyles, wellbeing and safety.”
