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Biodiversity at Risk â New Booklet
January 26, 2022
Biodiversity â the rich variety of living things that support and sustain life on Earth â is facing grave threats. A new booklet provides an easy-to-read overview, examining the causes of biodiversity loss and presenting actions that can be taken to stop this decline.
National Academies Partner with Chan Zuckerberg Initiative on New Grant Program to Recognize and Further Leadership by Biomedical Researchers Who Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
January 25, 2022
The National Academies are partnering with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to administer a new funding opportunity that aims to recognize and further the leadership and scientific accomplishments of excellent biomedical researchers who â through outreach, mentoring, and teaching â have a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their fields.
Safe Passage for Scientists - Evacuating Scientists and Engineers from Afghanistan
January 25, 2022
When the Taliban captured Kabul last year, a group of scientists and engineers with ties to the National Academies were desperately seeking a way out of Afghanistan. During a recent webinar, Vaughan Turekian recounted the effort to get these scientists and their families to safety.
Reports & Events Monthly Calendar - February 2022
January 25, 2022
âReports & Eventsâ is a monthly tip sheet for the news media that highlights selected meetings of interest and reports from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
National Academiesâ Gulf Research Program Announces Six Early-Career Research Fellows Focused on Offshore Energy Safety
January 19, 2022
Six scientists have been selected for the Offshore Energy Safety track of the Early-Career Research Fellowship (ECRF), announced the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Dr. Carlotta Arthur Named New Executive Director of Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education at National Academies
January 18, 2022
Following a national search, Carlotta M. Arthur will join the National Academies as the new executive director of the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education on Feb. 14.
Promoting Health Equity in Cancer Care â âItâs Time to Declare Disparities Intolerableâ
January 17, 2022
Equitable cancer care starts with prevention and reaching people well before they become patients. Panelists at a recent workshop discussed how cancer centers can weave health equity into everything they do, from creating jobs to helping survivors manage treatment side effects.
Technoscientific Research - A Missing Term in R&D Discourse
January 17, 2022
In a new NAE Perspective, Venkatesh Narayanamurti reflects on the need for more effective R&D funding, especially in technoscientific research, a key engine of innovation.
Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Underscores Importance of Equity in Transportation, Addresses Supply Chain Issues During TRB Annual Meeting 2022
January 13, 2022
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg addressed attendees of the Transportation Research Boardâs 101st Annual Meeting, where he highlighted the importance of evidence-based science, along with economic strength, clean energy, road traffic safety, and infrastructure.
Mitigating the Effects of Pandemic on Early Child Care and Education Providers â New Consultation
January 11, 2022
A new National Academies consultation outlines strategies that decision-makers could use to address long-standing challenges and mitigate the effects of COVID-19 in the early child care and education sector.
