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"It’s really beyond time that we reimagine STEM so that people with #disabilities are included from the start," said @BonnieSwenorPhD at our recent summit on disrupting #ableism and advancing STEM. Read about discussions and takeaways from the summit: ow.ly/6pJN50VU5xr

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Inadequate growth and a lack of diversity in #STEM fields is quickly becoming a #NationalSecurity issue as the U.S. becomes increasingly reliant on new #technology. Explore pathways to nurture diverse STEM talent in a piece from @IssuesInST.bsky.social: ow.ly/ZjCP50VU5KE

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I'm not an author, but I am extremely proud to have contributed to this recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on Continental Scale Biology! nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/2728...

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Data drive critical decisions—but what happens when #data are missing or incomplete? Join @nationalacademies.org on June 12 for a symposium to explore creative #statistical methods for working with scarce data. www.nationalacademies.org/event/45053_...

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Knowledge sharing and collaboration is key to expanding #manufacturing in the U.S. Join us on May 20 to explore frameworks and mechanisms for cross-institute and cross-agency coordination to develop new technologies: buff.ly/FCxHmIZ

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2024 award winner @cbo.bsky.social is a computational biologist whose research investigates complex problems in epidemiology, genetics, and evolution. 🧬 🌱 His #scicomm work examines the intersection of science, society, and culture. Watch here: youtu.be/p2QfWDx5I8w #genetics #biology

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#Cyber technologies underpin every facet of the economy and are critical for #NationalSecurity. Our new report examines our nation's most pressing cyber problems and offers recommendations to help improve #cybersecurity. Learn more: ow.ly/F4XP50VTm0Q

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Join us May 19 and 21 for a virtual workshop on the biological mechanisms behind empathy and compassion and their roles and applications in brain functionality, medical treatments, and human well-being. Register here: ow.ly/3kaN50Vtup3 #neuroscience #EmpathyResearch

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🚨 Join the Fifth International Polar Year (#IPY5) Workshop on 21-21 May 2025 to help plan IPY5 that will be held in 2032-2033! The workshop will focus on key research questions that could be investigated during IPY5. 💡 More information and registration: www.nationalacademies.org/event/44787_...

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Shuchi Grover discussed how new #AI tools can be leveraged in #K12 education as well as lessons learned from #SocialScience that can help guide future #EarlyEducation systems at our 2024 Henry and Bryna David Lecture. Watch or read her lecture: ow.ly/71BT50VSC56

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Have you had a chance to check out the new look and format for TRB's quarterly magazine TR News? Issue 353 (Spring 2025), the first all-digital issue, is available online! trnews.org

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The neurobiological mechanisms underlying empathy and compassion have roles and applications in #BrainDisorder treatments, fostering human well-being, and more. Learn about the #neurobiology of empathy and compassion at our May 19 and 21 workshop: ow.ly/ucas50VRX2T

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Demand for #electricity in the U.S. is growing, which means that the nation’s #ElectricGrid will need to move more power. A recent symposium during @nasonline.org Annual Meeting explored this challenge and how new technologies can help. Learn more: ow.ly/BxP450VRNTJ

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The National Academy of Engineering has announced retired Admiral James O. Ellis Jr. as its new chair. Ellis is widely recognized for his leadership in the military, energy, aerospace, and national security sectors, as well as his work on global nuclear safety. Learn more: buff.ly/8diWZNv

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#Mathematics is key to advancing #manufacturing and supporting nearly every aspect of it, from design to distribution. Join us on May 19 for a conversation on how #math is redefining #AdvancedManufacturing: ow.ly/J66Z50VRokA

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U.S. cyber systems are growing in complexity and facing increasingly sophisticated attacks. Join us on May 15 to learn about our new report outlining critical challenges in #cybersecurity and ways to build a more resilient digital future: ow.ly/kfhR50VNXP0

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We are seeking experts in drug manufacturing, pharmaceutical supply chains, public & #DrugPolicy, & more to participate in a new workshop on improving resilience in the U.S. pharmaceutical #SupplyChain. Submit nominations by 5/21: buff.ly/p8IJMw1 #HealthPolicy #DrugSafety

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Recent advances have immense potential to streamline and democratize #DrugDiscovery. Learn about a new computationally driven platform for #DrugDevelopment that combines #physics and #DeepLearning methods at our May 15 webinar: buff.ly/yYpOuCl

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Recent advances have immense potential to streamline and democratize #DrugDiscovery. Learn about a new computationally driven platform for #DrugDevelopment that combines #physics and #DeepLearning methods at our May 15 webinar: buff.ly/yYpOuCl

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Excited to participate in the "Climate Conversations" online panel hosted by @nationalacademies.org this Friday! If you are interested in hearing about current efforts to promote coral reef persistence, please join: www.nationalacademies.org/event/44984_...

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U.S. cyber systems are growing in complexity and facing increasingly sophisticated attacks. Join us on May 15 to learn about our new report outlining critical challenges in #cybersecurity and ways to build a more resilient digital future: ow.ly/kfhR50VNXP0

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Announcing a new board from @nationalacademies.org! The Mathematical Sciences Education Board (MSEB) will provide guidance at the national level on a broad range of issues related to mathematical education. Learn more: buff.ly/ANPZWEC

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#CoralReefs are facing increased stress due to warming, acidification, and extreme weather — leading to more frequent bleaching and broader ecological impacts. Join us May 16 to learn about research to preserve #reefs and make them more resilient: ow.ly/W8Hz50VNYcF

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Reposting (with apologies) to correctly tag mbarinews.bsky.social!

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Fiction can be an important tool to explore complex science and technology questions. In a new @IssuesInST.bsky.social interview, Arula Ratnakar discusses how storytelling can help both experts and nonexperts think about complex issues: ow.ly/5gEe50VQbyC

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Christopher Scholin, president and chief executive officer of the @MontereyAq Research Institute, showcased progress in #OceanExploration and discussed the future of the field during our 26th annual Roger Revelle Commemorative Lecture. Learn more: buff.ly/1Xou6nX

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Christopher Scholin, president and chief executive officer of the @MontereyAq Research Institute, showcased progress in #OceanExploration and discussed the future of the field during our 26th annual Roger Revelle Commemorative Lecture. Learn more: buff.ly/1Xou6nX

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Fiction can be an important tool to explore complex science and technology questions. In a new @IssuesInST.bsky.social interview, Arula Ratnakar discusses how storytelling can help both experts and nonexperts think about complex issues: ow.ly/5gEe50VQbyC

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Learn about advancements and limitations in low-dose research, implications of attacks on commercial #NuclearReactors, and more at the May 15 – 16 meeting of our #Nuclear and #Radiation Studies Board. Register: buff.ly/UQ9IOgS

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Our new report lays out how the U.S. can enhance understanding of #contrails in order to reduce climate-warming contrails and ensure the nation's commercial #aviation industry can continue to compete globally. Learn more: buff.ly/E2suZE7

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Around 10 to 20% of people who contract #LymeDisease develop prolonged, often debilitating symptoms. A new @health.nationalacademies.org report offers a roadmap for improving treatments while continuing to better understand #Lyme infection-associated #ChronicIllness: buff.ly/L3vGOOU

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2024 award winner @joelbervell.bsky.social is a Ghanaian-American doctor, podcast host, and science communicator widely recognized as the “Medical Mythbuster.” 🩺 🫀 Through social media, he addresses disparities and biases in #healthcare. Watch here: youtu.be/qOjp3H2CJOU #scicomm #health #medicine

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.NAE is pleased to announce the appointment of Tsu-Jae King Liu as its next president. A trailblazing researcher, innovator, educator, and academic leader, Liu will begin her term on July 1, 2025. Learn more: ow.ly/NaeS50VPoeK

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.NAE is pleased to announce the appointment of Tsu-Jae King Liu as its next president. A trailblazing researcher, innovator, educator, and academic leader, Liu will begin her term on July 1, 2025. Learn more: ow.ly/NaeS50VPoeK

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#TechnologyTransfer programs are vital to keep the U.S. #manufacturing industry competitive. Join us May 13 to explore best practices for #TechTransfer, including ways to drive adoption and scale-up of new manufacturing technologies: ow.ly/cjCb50VNWsf

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#ArtificialIntelligence is rapidly becoming a part of our lives. How do we ensure that #teachers and #students are prepared to use these powerful tools? @issuesinst.bsky.social has published the transcript of @shuchig.bsky.social's 2024 #DavidLecture exploring this topic: buff.ly/Cdjp3BR

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Join us 5/12 for a hybrid public session supporting a consensus study on how clinical preventive services can better address cardiovascular disease risks before, during & after pregnancy. Register: buff.ly/eHcPK3W

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#Recycling and other #sustainability strategies can mitigate #PlasticWaste and its impacts on human and #EnvironmentalHealth. Explore #circularity for #plastics in packaging, building materials, and textiles at our May 13 – 14 workshop: buff.ly/JSJVVg2

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Listen to this new episode of Learning Can't Wait from Fullmind where committee member Dr. Iheoma Uruka dives into our recent report, A New Vision for High-Quality Preschool Curriculum: buff.ly/GzZ1zPt

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Thanks to @nationalacademies.org for inviting me as an expert for the suicide prevention evaluation best practices workshop last week! It was an honor to share insights from my experience and @afspnational.bsky.social’s work while learning from brilliant colleagues in the historic NAS building in DC

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#Recycling and other #sustainability strategies can mitigate #PlasticWaste and its impacts on human and #EnvironmentalHealth. Explore #circularity for #plastics in packaging, building materials, and textiles at our May 13 – 14 workshop: buff.ly/JSJVVg2

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#HearingAids and other interventions can help those dealing with #HearingLoss, but without meaningful outcome measures it can be difficult to evaluate how effective these treatments are. Join us May 12 to learn about our new report examining this issue: buff.ly/v4khJZN

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Preventive clinical services can improve #CardiovascularHealth for women and reduce pregnancy-related deaths. Join us May 12 to learn about preventing #CardiovascularDisease as well as barriers and opportunities to accessing #PreventiveCare: buff.ly/rlk6vtR

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"Governance should not be understood as an impediment to AI innovation but as an essential component of it." A new article in the National Academy of Engineering's The Bridge from @alondra.bsky.social discusses the value of policy and governance for AI systems. Read now: buff.ly/sFRy6qW

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Preventive clinical services can improve #CardiovascularHealth for women and reduce pregnancy-related deaths. Join us May 12 to learn about preventing #CardiovascularDisease as well as barriers and opportunities to accessing #PreventiveCare: buff.ly/rlk6vtR

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🌊 #CoralReefs face growing stress from warming, acidification & extreme weather—leading to more frequent bleaching & broader ecological impacts. Researchers are exploring how to preserve the reefs & make them more resilient. 🔗 Register for this #ClimateConversation to learn more:

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It is vital to protect #infrastructure systems in the face of #ExtremeWeather events such as floods and earthquakes, but the resilience of these systems is dependent on parameters that are defined inconsistently. Learn more at our May 8 meeting: buff.ly/eabJzxy

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