Call for Science Communication Submissions

Submissions are now being accepted for the 2023 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications, which honor top science communicators, journalists, and research scientists who have developed creative, original work to communicate issues and advances in science, engineering, and medicine for the general public.

Reducing Systemic Risk in Offshore Oil and Gas

Most of the offshore oil and gas industry operating in the Gulf of Mexico has improved its management of systemic risk in recent years, according to a new report that also points out where uneven progress and critical gaps remain for industry and regulators to address.

An Updated Measure of Poverty

The methodology used by the Census Bureau to calculate the Supplemental Poverty Measure should be updated to reflect households’ basic needs and resources to meet those needs more accurately. A new report recommends changes to better account for families’ health care, child care, and housing expenses.

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Supporting Ukraine’s Scientists, Engineers, and Health Care Workers

Support the Safe Passage Fund, which was created by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences to help Ukrainian researchers and their families safely relocate and continue their important contributions to the international scientific and research community.


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News and Resources

COVID-19 Responses & Resources

Explore the National Academies’ latest news, events, and other resources related to COVID-19, as well as consensus studies and workshop proceedings on the subject of pandemic infectious disease. 

NEWS AND RESOURCES

Resources on Economic Recovery
January 19, 2021

As the nation responds to the pandemic and takes steps toward economic recovery, a range of work at the National Academies explores how science, engineering, and medicine can help contribute.

News and Resources

Climate Resources at the National Academies
September 17, 2020

From more extreme weather to more frequent and intense wildfires, the climate is changing in ways that pose increasing risks to people and ecosystems. Explore the National Academies’ expert advice to help the nation understand, prepare for, and limit future climate change.

News and Resources

Our Work on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
June 19, 2020

Explore a range of work at the National Academies that looks at the factors that drive systemic inequities — not only in society at large but also within the sciences, engineering, and medicine.

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