At The Franklin Institute, we help people understand science and technology in ways that empower them to make decisions about critical issues that affect their lives. We also participate in and advocate for the free exchange of evidence-based, peer-reviewed scientific research and ideas. The Institute is proud to welcome all who are curious, and to continue Benjamin Franklin’s legacy of lifelong learning, as we have done since 1824.
Meet the Staff Scientists
Get to know The Franklin Institute's in-house science team!
Stargaze & Explore the Night Skies
View celestial objects including stars, planets, nebulae, and if conditions are right, a galaxy or two, from 5 rooftop telescopes at our monthly event, Night Skies, in the Joel N. Bloom Observatory.
Climate Science
The Climate and Urban Systems Partnership (CUSP) seeks to improve understanding of climate science and explore community-wide responses.
The Journal of The Franklin Institute
The Journal of The Franklin Institute has an established reputation for publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed papers in the field of engineering and applied mathematics. The Journal is currently focused on communications, signal processing, control systems, and their applications.