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The Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced grant awards totaling $8.6 million for 11 new projects supporting health equity and community resilience.

The National Academy of Medicine has selected 11 professionals for the 2022 class of the NAM Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence program, which supports the scholars in a one-year, part-time experience to advance their diagnostic skills, reduce diagnostic errors that lead to patient harm, and accelerate their career development as national leaders in this field.

Science academies from the G-7 nations issued statements urging their governments to take action on four global challenges — developing antiviral drugs to prepare for future pandemics, speeding progress on decarbonization, protecting the oceans and sea ice, and implementing a One Health approach to zoonotic disease and antimicrobial resistance.

The U.S. National Academy of Sciences and the Polish Academy of Sciences brought together leaders from the National Academy of Sciences Ukraine and several other national academies for a meeting in Warsaw to identify concrete actions the international science community can take to support Ukrainian researchers and science capabilities.

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced grant awards for 13 new projects totaling $3.7 million.

Historic legislation has been enacted to boost U.S. competitiveness and security, spur innovation, and make real progress on climate change and human health, said the National Academies’ presidents in a statement. “The National Academies stand ready to mobilize the broader science, engineering, and medical and health communities to help inform and implement solutions.”

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced the four recipients of its 2022 Science Policy Fellowship.

The 24 inaugural recipients of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communication have been announced. Given by the National Academies in partnership with Schmidt Futures, the awards recognize science journalists and research scientists who have developed creative, original work about issues and advances in science, engineering, and medicine.

Following a national search, Victoria Sheehan will join the National Academies on Dec. 5 as the new executive director of the Transportation Research Board. Sheehan comes to the organization from the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, which she has led as its commissioner for the past seven years.

The Triennial Conference of the InterAcademy Partnership and the Worldwide Meeting of Young Academies will take place Nov. 1-3. The conference will convene the world’s senior and young science academies to explore how to make research structures and processes more inclusive, effective, and sustainable.

As the COP27 climate summit begins, the National Academies’ presidents urge world leaders to forge equitable solutions to the climate crisis. “[W]e are committed to enlisting science, engineering, and medicine to inform these efforts so that together, we can create a more secure, more sustainable, and more prosperous future for all.”

National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine for her “significant contributions to the development of science and international scientific collaboration.”

The American Geophysical Union’s 2022 fall meeting, taking place Dec. 12-16, features several presentations from National Academies staff and experts on recent reports and ongoing studies on the environment, climate change, higher education, and space.

The presidents of the U.S. National Academies warn that the Taliban’s decision to prevent Afghan women and girls from participating in higher education or attending secondary school ignores the scientific evidence on the benefits of education for women and could have “potentially disastrous consequences” for the future of Afghanistan.

A new roundtable will hold its first public meeting on Jan. 23 to discuss challenges associated with incorporating climate change into the macroeconomic analyses used for federal policymaking. The roundtable’s activities will inform a new White House interagency working group.

National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt will deliver a lecture on the future of the research enterprise this week at the AAAS Annual Meeting. The meeting will also feature sessions and presentations focused on National Academies reports and projects.

Today the science academies of the G-7 nations released statements calling on their governments to address systemic risks and improve decision-making related to climate change, restore and recover ocean biodiversity, and deliver better health and well-being for aging populations.

With a call for a concerted effort to build a more robust native seed supply and industry, a recent National Academies report helped spur important local, state, and federal action. The momentum continues as native seed stakeholders gather in Washington, D.C., for the 2023 National Native Seed Conference.

The global community is in a crucial window for taking steps to address the numerous threats that climate change poses. Climate Crossroads is a major new initiative at the National Academies to help the nation meet the challenges of climate change.

To mark Earth Day, the National Academies are highlighting a selection of our projects and activities aimed at addressing climate change, protecting the environment and natural resources, and advancing progress toward a more sustainable planet for everyone.

Chocolate Academy, Cacao Barry, and Callebaut have announced the latest additions to the Ambassador team.

The Barry Callebaut Group officially inaugurated its Chocolate Academy Center in Casablanca, Morocco.

The American Bakers Association’s Bakers Manufacturing Academy has launched a new specialized course for cracker operations: the Sheeting and Laminating Lesson.   

The series is intended to help snack, bakery, and other food firms refine their flavors.

Middle school students from an aerospace-focused middle school in Centennial, Colorado, launched model rockets in a project-based learning experience.

With the fourth and final season of The Umbrella Academy now streaming on Netflix, the Hargreeves siblings are once again on the brink of an apocalypse.

Experiment will conclude whether or not activated charcoal can adsorb bacteria in microgravity

Students participated in experiments and attended lectures by top scientists.

Globally Recognized ISO 14001 EMS Gap Assessor Training E-Learning Course offered by Punyam Academy to understand the Gap Assessment for implementation of Environment Management System

According to a report recently published by The Icons, National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs) participated in CogX Festival, one of the world's largest tech exhibitions held in London.

Monica A. Coleman channels years of expertise into her work with Braintrust and the University of Delaware

DeLuca-Pytell to Lead Michigan Academy in Advancing Professional Standards

American HealthCare Academy provides a free online CPR certification course to help them recognize medical emergencies like sudden cardiac arrest.

Punyam Academy has added the updated requirements for ISO standards as per amendments 2024 to all auditor and implementer courses, and added a separate session on Climate change consideration in ISO management standards for organizations.

Corliss James is a dedicated professional with 15 years of experience in the education

Silvia Ruiz is dedicated to quality education as the principal of the Pneuma Christian Academy

Punyam Academy is thrilled to offer a new, highly anticipated ISO 42001 Lead Auditor training. The course offers comprehensive guidance on planning and carrying out ISO 42001 audits of companies AIMS. It is based on the most recent ISO Standards.

Marc Allen Medley is lauded for his contributions to education as a school principal

Hans Jürgen Hoyer, PhD, is a distinguished scholar and engineering professional with decades of experience

Kathleen Ermini is honored for her success as a former educator and accomplished painter and writer

Linda C. Golston is noted for success in education as a school principal and founder of EDUCATION ALIVE! LLC

Soumik Dey recognized for his commitment to advancing research in information retrieval and natural language processing

Punyam Academy is happy to launch the updated ISO/IEC 17043:2023 Auditor Training E-learning course and documentation kit. This newly launched ISO 17043 auditor training course with certification will help users to understand the requirements.

First time in the globe any training providers offers such technical courses for instrument calibration at online learning platforms.

Kate Feroleto to Lead and Support Women Attorneys in the Truck Accident Litigation Field as New ATAA Women's Caucus Co-Chair

CSA offers a unique educational experience to learners in grades 6-8

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