Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina struck the U.S. Gulf Coast, triggering one of the biggest national disasters in American history. From the earliest days of Katrina’s aftermath, the National ...

The workshop will highlight how sustainable manufacturing methods, including 3D printing and biomanufacturing, are enabling “build-on-demand” approaches to infrastructure, with implications for ...

Reports & Events” 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.

The goal of the restructuring is to create a more streamlined and nimble organization. Our mission remains the top priority - to provide independent, objective analysis and advice to solve complex ...

Over the past three years, avian influenza (H5N1) has spread around the U.S. and affected many species of birds and mammals, including humans. Experts at a recent webinar offered answers to common ...

A new National Academies report offers a blueprint to expand interventions to prevent mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and improve mental health.

In 2018, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine issued an Interim Report evaluating the general viability of the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security ...

A new National Academies report recommends ways for the U.S. to reap the benefits of artificial intelligence in biotechnology while minimizing risks that AI may be misused to develop harmful ...

In an interview on how recent federal actions are affecting the research enterprise, NAS President Marcia McNutt said, “America can’t be great without great science. That is where the Academies can ...

Over the last decade, concerns about the spread of misinformation about science and the role of scientific expertise in civic dialogue have grown significantly. A new National Academies report ...

A new National Academies report reviews scientific evidence on the relationship between moderate alcohol consumption and health outcomes to inform the next edition of the Dietary Guidelines for ...

Rural areas offer unique opportunities for science, technology, engineering, and math education. A new report offers a road map for increasing access to STEM learning experiences for students in rural ...