Renowned evolutionary biologist Neil H. Shubin took office on July 1 as the president of the National Academy of Sciences. “I am so grateful and excited for the opportunity to lead the National Academy of Sciences at a time when the pace of scientific discovery is accelerating faster than ever,” said Shubin. “I look forward to building upon the Academy’s storied history, and to further its enduring mission to serve the nation.” Read the full announcement here.
Shubin discusses leading the Academy during a challenging time and communicating science in an interview with Issues in Science and Technology.
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