In a statement, the presidents of the National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Medicine urge federal leaders to respect and safeguard the integrity and objectivity of federal statistical agencies and the information they produce, which is vital to public policy and essential to the nation’s economic well-being.
National Academy of Sciences Selects Monica Feit as Executive Officer
WASHINGTON — The National Academy of Sciences has named Monica Feit as its next executive officer, effective Oct. 4, 2025. In this role, Feit will oversee NAS core membership activities, including the election of its officers and members and their annual and regional meetings, as well as the offices of the NAS president, vice president,…
A Tour of America’s Home for Science Offers Many Rich Discoveries
In a city teeming with monuments, museums, and historical sites, it could be easy to overlook the National Academy of Sciences building, located on Washington, D.C.’s National Mall, across from the Vietnam and Lincoln memorials. However, those who sign up for a guided tour of the nation’s “home for science” are in for a treasure…
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