cad Anthony Fauci Receives Lienhard Award From National Academy of Medicine for Decades of Work Improving Public Health and Leadership in Shaping COVID-19 Pandemic Response By Published On :: Tue, 15 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT For his role as a leader of federal research and policy on infectious diseases and, in particular, for his deft, scientifically grounded leadership in shaping an effective response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Academy of Medicine today announced Anthony S. Fauci is the recipient of the 2020 Gustav O. Lienhard Award for Advancement of Health Care. Full Article
cad National Academies Release Framework for Equitable Allocation of a COVID-19 Vaccine for Adoption by HHS, State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Authorities By Published On :: Fri, 02 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today released the final report of a consensus study recommending a four-phased equitable allocation framework that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and state, tribal, local, and territorial (STLT) authorities should adopt in the development of national and local guidelines for COVID-19 vaccine allocation. Full Article
cad National Academy of Sciences Enlists Gaming Community to Boost Public Understanding of COVID-19 By Published On :: Fri, 23 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT LabX, a creative engagement outreach program of the National Academy of Sciences, announced the winners of a competition to create games designed to help build public understanding of COVID-19. Full Article
cad National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Awards $5.27 Million to Enhance Understanding of Gulf Ecosystems and Their Interactions with Natural Processes and Human Activities By Published On :: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced grant awards totaling $5.27 million for six new projects. These projects, planned to span two to three years, aim to improve understanding of how natural processes and human activities interact to affect coastal ecosystems in the U.S. Gulf Coast region. Full Article
cad National Academies Launch New COVID-19 Strategic Science Initiative By Published On :: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT To help decision-makers navigate through this ongoing crisis and take actions toward a strong and sustained recovery, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine have launched a new strategic science initiative to provide rapid, scenario-based analyses aimed at protecting critical societal functions, avoiding worst outcomes, and building upon potential opportunities. Full Article
cad COVID-19 Pandemic Underscores Importance of Investment in Public Health - 2012 National Academies Report Has Lasting Impact By Published On :: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a harsh light on the consequences of chronic underinvestment in public health, and the limited recognition of its role. Unless there is a crisis, it is not always obvious that public health is “always on,” working quietly in the background on chronic disease prevention, vital statistics, sanitation, safe water, safe food, occupational diseases and injury, and infection control. Full Article
cad National Academies Offer Guidance on Student Behavior and COVID-19 Testing for College Administrators Ahead of 2021 Spring Semester By Published On :: Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT Two new rapid expert consultations from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine offer lessons learned from the 2020 fall semester regarding COVID-19 testing and guidance on student behavior, as college administrators plan for the 2021 spring semester. Full Article
cad National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Opens Applications for 2021 Science Policy Fellowship By Published On :: Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced it is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 Science Policy Fellowship. Full Article
cad National Academy of Medicine Joins Several Organizations in Calling for Action to Implement Crisis Standards of Care During COVID-19 Surge By Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today joined eight other national organizations to call for governors, health departments, hospitals, and other health care sector partners to take immediate action to save lives and fairly allocate limited resources by implementing crisis standards of care (CSC) during the current COVID-19 surge. Full Article
cad Incoming Administration Names Academy Members to Key Posts By Published On :: Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris announced their nomination of several members of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and National Academy of Medicine to serve in key science positions. Full Article
cad National Academies Complete Review of National Toxicology Program’s Second Draft Monograph on Fluoride Exposure and Neurodevelopmental and Cognitive Effects By Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine released today a review of the National Toxicology Program’s (NTP) second draft of the monograph Systematic Review of Fluoride Exposure and Neurodevelopmental and Cognitive Health Effects. Full Article
cad National Academies Recommend Changes to EPA’s TSCA Systematic Review Process By Published On :: Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) should make changes to its systematic review process under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to ensure it is comprehensive, workable, objective, and transparent, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Full Article
cad National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Name Inaugural Artist-in-Residence By Published On :: Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today the appointment of photographer Christopher Michel as artist-in-residence. Full Article
cad National Academy of Medicine Launches Initiative on Advancing Pandemic and Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Preparedness and Response By Published On :: Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has established an international committee (IC) in coordination with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Global Affairs (OGA) to inform and facilitate efforts to advance global influenza pandemic preparedness. Full Article
cad Emerging Evidence Indicates COVID-19 Pandemic Has Negatively Impacted Women in Academic STEMM Fields, Endangering Progress Made in Recent Years By Published On :: Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT Preliminary evidence indicates that the COVID 19 pandemic has negatively affected the well-being of women in academic STEMM fields in a range of areas, including productivity, work-life boundary control, networking and community building, and mental well-being, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Full Article
cad National Academy of Medicine Launches Initiative Supported by YouTube on Evaluating the Authoritativeness of Online Providers of Health Information By Published On :: Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT In order to enhance the accessibility of trustworthy health information on its platform, YouTube asked the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) to identify preliminary definitions of “authoritative” sources of health information and the criteria by which these sources derive and maintain their authority. Full Article
cad Science Academies of G-7 Nations Call for Action to Reach Net-Zero Emissions, Reverse Declines in Biodiversity, and Improve Data-Sharing to Prepare for Future Health Emergencies By Published On :: Wed, 31 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT Science academies from the G-7 nations today issued three statements recommending that their governments take urgent action to build a net-zero emissions, climate-resilient future, reverse global declines in biodiversity, and improve data-sharing for future health emergencies. Full Article
cad Dr. Laura Castillo-Page Named National Academies’ Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer By Published On :: Thu, 29 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today that Laura Castillo-Page will become its first chief diversity and inclusion officer, effective June 1. Full Article
cad National Academy of Medicine Names 10 Inaugural Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence for 2021 By Published On :: Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has selected 10 professionals for the inaugural class of the NAM Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence program. Full Article
cad Lory Mitchell Wingate Named National Academies’ Chief Operating Officer By Published On :: Thu, 06 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced today that Lory Mitchell Wingate will join the organization as its new chief operating officer, effective July 6. Wingate comes to the National Academies from the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), where she currently serves as senior vice president and chief operating officer. Full Article
cad Supporting Science in Africa’s Pandemic Response - The National Academies join partnerships to spur the use of evidence in policy By Published On :: Thu, 03 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a relatively rare situation in which the entire globe is grappling with the same crisis at the same time, albeit with widely varying approaches, resource levels, and political structures. Full Article
cad Let Scientific Evidence Determine Origin of SARS-CoV-2, Urge Presidents of the National Academies By Published On :: Tue, 15 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT In a statement, the presidents of the National Academies urge that investigations of the origins of SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 be guided by scientific principles. Full Article
cad New Strategic Council for Research Excellence, Integrity, and Trust Established by National Academy of Sciences to Support the Health of the Research Enterprise By Published On :: Tue, 13 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT The National Academy of Sciences has established a new Strategic Council for Research Excellence, Integrity, and Trust, which will convene stakeholders across the research enterprise to develop ways to promote high-quality research practices and to address challenges to research ethics and integrity. Full Article
cad As Surgeon General Urges ‘Whole-of-Society’ Effort to Fight Health Misinformation, the Work of the National Academies Helps Foster an Evidence-Based Information Environment By Published On :: Thu, 15 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT The U.S. surgeon general has released a public advisory calling misinformation a “serious threat to public health.” The National Academies have been addressing misinformation in health and science on multiple fronts and are taking steps to help cultivate a fact- and evidence-based information environment. Full Article
cad National Academies Summit Explores Persistent Lack of Diversity in STEMM and Approaches Needed to Drive Change By Published On :: Thu, 05 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT A National Academies summit explored the structural inequalities and biases that lead to a lack of racial and ethnic diversity in STEMM fields, and examined approaches that can increase diversity, equity, and inclusion. Full Article
cad Science Academies from G20 Nations Urge Their Governments to Promote Creation of Global Surveillance Network to Detect Early Signs of Potential Future Pandemics By Published On :: Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT To improve global preparedness for future pandemics, the science academies of the G20 nations issued a statement urging their governments to promote the creation of a global surveillance network that could detect the harbingers of a potential new pandemic. Full Article
cad National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Announces 2021 Cohort of Science Policy Fellows By Published On :: Tue, 10 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today announced the eight recipients of its 2021 Science Policy Fellowships. Full Article
cad National Academies Mark 20th Anniversary of 9/11 By Published On :: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT In the immediate aftermath of 9/11 and in the years following, the National Academies mobilized expertise and resources to help inform and advance national security priorities and protect the health and well-being of U.S. veterans who served selflessly to defend the nation from acts of terrorism. Full Article
cad National Academies Presidents Commemorate 20th Anniversary of 9/11 By Published On :: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT The presidents of the National Academies join the nation in commemorating the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Full Article
cad National Academies Appoints New Executive Director of Health and Medicine Division By Published On :: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT Monica Feit has been named executive director of the National Academies’ Health and Medicine Division, effective Nov. 1, 2021. She brings to the position a wealth of leadership experience in health policy, international health, and cross-Academies collaboration. Full Article
cad Biden Names 20 National Academies Members to PCAST By Published On :: Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT President Biden announced the members of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), 20 of which are also members of NAS, NAE, and NAM. PCAST is the sole body of external advisers that makes science, technology, and innovation policy recommendations to the president and the White House. Full Article
cad National Academies Release New Videos and Illustrated Stories to Help Kids and Teens Manage Mental Health and Emotions During COVID-19 By Published On :: Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT Social distancing, disrupted routines, and a lost sense of security and safety have made some kids and teens vulnerable to stress, anxiety, and depression during the pandemic. A new set of tools from the National Academies helps kids and adults build skills to cope with stress. Full Article
cad COP26 Presents Historic Opportunity for a More Sustainable Future, Say Presidents of U.S. National Academies By Published On :: Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT The presidents of the U.S. National Academies said in a statement that the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) presents a historic global opportunity to agree on emissions reduction targets to avoid the most intolerable impacts of climate change. Full Article
cad New Report Charts Path for Next Decade of Astronomy and Astrophysics - Recommends Future Ground and Space Telescopes, Scientific Priorities, Investments in Scientific Community By Published On :: Thu, 04 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT A new decadal survey presents a visionary plan for the fields of astronomy and astrophysics, identifying scientific priorities and opportunities, and recommending an ambitious program of investment to strengthen the profession and achieve new capabilities. Full Article
cad National Academies Statement in Support of Findings and Conclusions of 2019 Report on Child Poverty By Published On :: Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT In 2019 the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine published A Roadmap to Reducing Child Poverty, a landmark consensus study report that analyzes various policy solutions to help address child poverty in the United States. Full Article
cad Preparing for the Next Influenza Pandemic by Leveraging Lessons from COVID-19 Is Focus of Four New Reports from the National Academy of Medicine By Published On :: Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT Seasonal influenza and the next influenza pandemic could emerge at any time. Four new reports examine lessons learned from COVID-19 that can improve preparedness for an influenza pandemic, including vaccine R&D, supply chain resilience, and non-vaccine public health measures. Full Article
cad Ceremonial Presentations of Nobel Prizes to be Held at U.S. National Academy of Sciences Locations in Washington and Irvine – Dec. 6 and 8 By Published On :: Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT During Nobel Week 2021, ceremonial presentations of Nobel Prize medals and diplomas to 2021 laureates who are based in the United States will take place at the National Academy of Sciences. Full Article
cad Dr. Carlotta Arthur Named New Executive Director of Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education at National Academies By Published On :: Wed, 19 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT Following a national search, Carlotta M. Arthur will join the National Academies as the new executive director of the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education on Feb. 14. Full Article
cad National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Announces Six Early-Career Research Fellows Focused on Offshore Energy Safety By Published On :: Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT Six scientists have been selected for the Offshore Energy Safety track of the Early-Career Research Fellowship (ECRF), announced the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Full Article
cad National Academies Partner with Chan Zuckerberg Initiative on New Grant Program to Recognize and Further Leadership by Biomedical Researchers Who Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion By Published On :: Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT The National Academies are partnering with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to administer a new funding opportunity that aims to recognize and further the leadership and scientific accomplishments of excellent biomedical researchers who — through outreach, mentoring, and teaching — have a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their fields. Full Article
cad A Decade of Success - ‘Creative Mind’ Traveling Exhibit Spotlights Prominent Black Scientists and Researchers By Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT “The Creative Mind” has spent the last decade bringing heightened visibility to the contributions and stories of trailblazing African Americans in science, engineering, and medicine — such as mathematical engineer Christine Darden, astronaut Mae Jemison, zoologist Shirley Malcom, and many others. Full Article
cad New Awards in Science Communication Totaling $600,000 Annually Launched by Schmidt Futures and the National Academies By Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT The new Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communication aim to recognize and develop excellence in science communication by research scientists and by early career, local, and freelance science journalists. The program will provide winners with cash awards as well as training and resources to further expand their communications skills. Full Article
cad ‘We Stand With Our Colleagues in Ukraine,’ Say U.S. National Academies Presidents By Published On :: Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT The presidents of the U.S. National Academies issued a statement condemning the “horrific and unprovoked” Russian invasion of Ukraine. “We stand in solidarity with the scientists, engineers, health care workers, and other colleagues in the research community of Ukraine, who like all Ukrainians, are doing their best to survive and resist.” Full Article
cad Q&A - National Academies Study Examines the Patterns of Use, Marketing, and Health Effects of Premium Cigars By Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT In 1998, the National Cancer Institute undertook a review of available knowledge about cigars. A new National Academies consensus study report provides a comprehensive update to the 1998 report. Steven Teutsch, the chair of the committee that wrote the report, shared some of the report’s key findings and research recommendations to move the field forward. Full Article
cad Breakthrough Prize Foundation Partners with U.S. National Academy of Sciences to Support Scientists Forced to Flee Ukraine By Published On :: Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT With a $1 million donation, the Breakthrough Prize Foundation joins a growing number of individuals and institutions that are supporting an NAS effort to help displaced Ukrainian researchers relocate, continue their work, and stay connected to the international scientific community. Full Article
cad Report Identifies Priority Planetary Science Missions, Planetary Defense Efforts, and Strategic Investments for the Next Decade By Published On :: Tue, 19 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT A new decadal survey presents a comprehensive plan for the fields of planetary science and astrobiology, identifying priority missions, planetary defense efforts, strategic technology and infrastructure investments, and ways to support the profession. Full Article
cad American Chemical Society Joins U.S. National Academy of Sciences in Effort to Support Researchers Forced to Flee Ukraine By Published On :: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT With a $500,000 donation, the American Chemical Society has joined the U.S. National Academy of Sciences in an effort to help researchers who are being forced to flee Ukraine because of Russia’s invasion. Full Article
cad New Look for the National Academies By Published On :: Mon, 25 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT Our new visual identity is here. Drawing on the rich history and visual heritage of the National Academies, our new identity supports the work of the scientists, engineers, and health care professionals who work with us to offer their best advice to the nation. Full Article
cad National Academies’ Gulf Research Program Awards $8.6 Million to Promote Equity in Health and Community Resilience for At-Risk Communities By Published On :: Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT 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. Full Article
cad National Academy of Medicine Names 11 Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence for 2022 By Published On :: Thu, 26 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT 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. Full Article