Mission
As described more fully in the NAS Strategic Plan, our mission is:
- Recognizing and elevating outstanding science
- Fostering the broad understanding of science
- Overseeing the National Research Council in producing and promoting the adoption of independent, authoritative, trusted scientific advice for the benefit of society
Leadership
The National Academy of Sciences is governed by a 17-member Council elected from among the Academy membership.
Organization
The NAS was established in 1863 as a private, nongovernmental institution. The National Academy of Engineering was established in 1964 and the National Academy of Medicine (formerly the Institute of Medicine) in 1970, both under under the NAS charter. The NAS established the National Research Council in 1916 to broaden the range of disciplines necessary for its advisory role. The Academies work together as the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Locations
Most of our meetings and events are held in Washington, DC and Irvine, CA.
National Academy of Sciences Building
2101 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20418
Keck Center
500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Arnold and Mabel Beckman Center
100 Academy
Irvine, CA 92617
Careers
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CAREERS
Frequently Asked Questions
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