Equity in science
Every student deserves hands-on science learning, regardless of their school's budget. CommonLab brings the lab to any device with a browser.
A lab bench for every student with a browser.
Free, browser-based physics and chemistry lab simulations for schools and students without access to lab equipment.
Our mission
For homeschoolers too
Homeschooled students often lack access to lab equipment. Our simulations fill that gap with safe, repeatable experiments.
Real science, real learning
Built on accurate physics engines and chemical models — not animations — so students learn genuine scientific principles.
Project goals
Four commitments that shape every simulation we publish.
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Accessible to all
Zero cost, zero login. Open a browser and start experimenting. Works on low-end devices and slow connections.
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Curriculum-aligned
Simulations map to standard high-school and introductory college physics and chemistry curricula.
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No install, no setup
Everything runs in the browser. No apps, no downloads, no IT support needed.
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Open and free forever
Built with open web standards. No paywalls, no ads, no data collection.
Spec sheet
Works everywhere
Desktop, tablet, phone — even Chromebooks. No special hardware required. Works on low-end devices.
Real-time physics
Physics simulations run at 60 fps with accurate numerical integration and real-time feedback.
Interactive chemistry
Mix reagents, observe reactions, and measure outcomes interactively. Safe and repeatable experiments.
Data export
Export measurements and graphs for lab reports and analysis. Supports CSV and chart downloads.
Offline ready
Once loaded, many simulations work without an internet connection. No backend dependencies.
Accessible
Keyboard-navigable, screen-reader friendly, and high-contrast themes for inclusive learning.
Pick an experiment
Choose a simulation to launch it in our shared interactive lab.
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