To meet its diversity and inclusion goals for competed mission leadership, NASA should invest in STEM career pathways, partner with historically Black colleges and universities and minority-serving institutions, and expand training and mentorship opportunities, among other actions.

Emission reduction goals, changing transportation patterns caused by COVID, an influx of infrastructure investments, and the need to support mobility for all residents together present a challenge for planners. A recent webinar explored how cities can support a transition to more equitable, lower-emissions urban transportation systems.

In an interview, NAE President John Anderson discusses the national and global transition to net-zero carbon emissions and how engineers — and NAE in particular — can support that shift. Energy Transitions is the theme of NAE’s annual meeting this year, taking place Oct. 2-3.

As the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP27) approaches, a new report recommends steps to improve the accuracy and usability of greenhouse gas emissions information for decision-makers, including creating a global information clearinghouse.

Life cycle assessments of low-carbon transportation fuels — such as electricity, biofuels, or hydrogen — are valuable tools for measuring environmental impacts, but uncertainties remain in the models that are currently used, and further research should be conducted to strengthen their reliability.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s facilities should be modernized to ensure that the agency can continue to deliver measurement science and standards that advance U.S. innovation and competitiveness on national technology priorities. Substandard facilities brought about through lack of investment have created ongoing problems that affect research.

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.

Two years ago, a research team led by the University of Oxford revealed that, when plucked like a guitar string, spider silk transmits vibrations across a wide range of frequencies, carrying information about prey, mates and even the structural integrity of a web.

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Krishnan will be overseeing the rollout of the recently enacted Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, which is the outcome of almost five years of five years of drafts and consultations. From a digital economy perspective, there are some good features in the DPDP act but it also has some gaps which have been identified by several legal experts.

AI models consume a lot of electricity, and the World Economic Forum estimated in April that the computer power dedicated to AI is doubling every 100 days.

Mission Foods has released Zero Net Carbs tortillas in two flavors: Original and Sundried Tomato Basil.

The new offerings are available now at select grocers and will be rolling out across the country in the coming months.

Mission MightyMe’s expansion to brick-and-mortar retail for the first time will lead to new brand discovery, making it even easier for families to follow pediatric recommendations to include nuts in babies’ diets early and often. 

Students utilized frozen Washington red raspberry puree to develop new product concepts for the grocery/CPG market.

The Science Based Targets initiative validates Tate & Lyle’s new greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets in line with a 1.5°C trajectory.

While regulations exist to minimize dangers of toxic substances in industrial plants, there are additional methods that can be incorporated to effectively reduce air pollution in these facilities.

Flame-resistant cooling gaiter and towel.

Training begins September 11 2024 at Lindenwood University

Short Films by and for Aunties, Women, and BIPOC Artists

Sure enough, when God send you, He equips you and makes a way!

Gregory Isaac Tambone was commissioned a Colonel, the highest title of honor bestowed by the Governor, in recognition of his outstanding service to our Nation.

The event is being held to honor those who work tirelessly over the year to help clean up the field of mental health. The awards will be presented during a banquet and live musical performance held at the historic Fort Harrison in Clearwater.

Barry-1 Hello World Mission launch and deploy inaugural spacecraft successfully

The GO!GO! Challenge is a plastic-free movement that began in January this year by the Ministry of Environment, and it relays to other participants.

The 8th Annual Mutiny Radio Comedy Festival spans 10 venues with 35 shows happening between October 8-15th, 2023.

Purple Heart Day is observed annually to recognize those who have been awarded the Purple Heart Medal for their sacrifice in service to the United States.

Yachting Pages https://yachting-pages.com/are proud to announce that they are now a Carbon Neutral business. A partnership with Yacht Carbon Offset has paid for the Carbon Credits to offset their own carbon footprint.

DIVERTsessions is an Exciting New Action Sports Destination for All Ages, Skill Levels and Backgrounds, Featuring a Snow Hill, Wave Pool and Skatepark plus Creative Arts Lab, Food and Beverage Options, Events Stage, and Brand Activations

August 7th is observed annually across the country to recognize those who have been awarded the Purple Heart Medal for their sacrifice in service to the United States.

Latest investments support banks serving communities of color in California and Florida

Results from on-site test with Satelles and VIP demonstration in Italy exceed expectations for complementary technology to GNSS in Europe

To promote safer roads, Mission Injury Law is providing complimentary Uber rides for event-goers who have consumed alcohol, helping reduce the risk of drunk driving in San Antonio.

CCHR has long fought to restore basic inalienable human rights to the field of mental health and CCHR Florida has now received 11 awards for campaigns to protect these rights.

Orbital Test Platform – 2 (OTP-2) moves Rogue down technology roadmap, featuring four cutting-edge hosted payloads.

CCHR has long fought to restore basic inalienable human rights and dignity to the field of mental health and the Florida chapter of CCHR has now received 8 awards for campaigns to protect these rights.

Asheville Agrihood's 1st Annual HarvestFest Aims to Nourish Community for Producers and Consumers of Farmers Market Produce

Fund adds new limited partners as it invests capital and provides technical services support to mission-aligned banks

The National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA) announced that Christi Branscom, Tennessee's Department of General Services Commissioner, has been awarded the association's 2023 National Ray Walton Leadership Award.

Radioisotopic Power Sources are now one step closer to commercialization. As an alternative source of energy, they combine the persistence and reliability of a power plant with the convenience and mobility of a battery.

ArtworkInitiative.org is accepting submissions for its Racial Justice Activist themed 2025 calendar.

Federal Trade Commission Enacts Nationwide Ban on Non-Compete Agreements

The Message: Don't Keep it to Yourself – Share It

Mexican Artist and Satirist José Guadalupe Posada Meets His Most Famous Creation the Calavera Catrina in a New One Act Play

Recognizing Innovative Design from Emerging Talents Worldwide

Panel brings decades of banking industry expertise to support the Fund's mission to help close the racial wealth gap

Part of an ongoing campaign to investigate and expose psychiatric abuse while helping restore rights and dignity to the field of mental health, the Clearwater museum has toured thousands of visitors.

Tom Loglisci Jr., MEd, is a Philadelphia native and a recognized advocate for police education reform. He is widely regarded as a thought leader in modern police education.

Today, the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded the USA International Harp Competition $12,276.00, through the Arts Organization Support grant program.

Zion Christian Mission Center and Chairman Man-Hee Lee of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, held their Class 115, 110,000 Joint Graduation Ceremony' at the Shincheonji Cheongju Church Branch with approximately 111,628 graduates from around the world.

In 2021, the U.S. space agency NASA launched a spacecraft toward a pair of asteroids more than 11 million kilometers away. The target? The smaller of the two asteroids, just 170 meters wide. The success of the $300 million, seven-year project demanded careful coordination of scientists, engineers, and project managers across different national space agencies. It also required strong leadership from NASA's head of science, Thomas Zurbuchen. He shares his path to an executive role at NASA, his management philosophies, and how he oversees trailblazing space missions with high risk of failure.