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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 11h

In partnership with several Indian Institutes of Technology, the National Academies have launched a new fellowship program to support U.S. researchers collaborating on climate and environmental research in India. Learn more: ow.ly/ohKz50ZVXaX

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 07/10/2026

It’s #SpaceScienceWeek! For more than 60 years, our decadal surveys have helped guide the future of #SpaceScience, setting priorities for research, missions, technology, and more across five major disciplines. Explore the reports: ow.ly/UZ2650ZVBG5

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 06/10/2026

Engineering is redefining what’s possible in human #health. The Fall 2026 issue of NAE's The Bridge explores how #engineering and collaboration across disciplines can improve health across the lifespan. Read: ow.ly/hLXe50ZV8Bi

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 05/10/2026

Teaching can turn curiosity into discovery and help students better understand the world around them. This #WorldTeachersDay, explore a research-based resource that has helped shape science teaching and learning across the country: ow.ly/hzuk50ZUIJj

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 03/10/2026

With 280+ reports and 320+ events across 244 topics in the past year, there’s a lot happening at the National Academies. Our new Substack will help you discover work you might otherwise miss — and we want to hear what you’d like to see there. Follow us: ow.ly/Xnpf50ZU7rL

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 02/10/2026

#Manufacturing drives innovation, creates jobs, and produces goods we rely on every day. This #ManufacturingDay, explore our report on how smart manufacturing can help shape the future of U.S. industry: ow.ly/vPvT50ZU6ZP

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 02/10/2026

AI is entering #SeriousIllnessCare in ways that could reshape the relationships at the heart of care. Join us October 5 and 8 to explore emerging uses of AI in #PalliativeCare, ethical guardrails, and implications for training: ow.ly/ezqs50ZTYSg

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 01/10/2026

From global shipping routes to the cables that power the internet, modern life relies on understanding the ocean floor — yet it remains largely unmapped. Explore the practical applications of advances in ocean mapping technology from our recent lecture: ow.ly/jh6u50ZTiYr

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 29/09/2026

The 2026 NAE Annual Meeting will bring together leaders in engineering to recognize achievement and examine engineering’s role in shaping America’s future. Join us October 4 – 5 for new member inductions, awards, lectures, and more: ow.ly/ZIcA50ZSOHY

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 27/09/2026

How can we harness AI's potential while addressing key risks and concerns? The National Academies' work is helping advance our understanding of #ResponsibleAI — from research and the #FutureOfWork to biotech and cybersecurity. Explore highlights from our recent work: ow.ly/BBBo50ZR7gN

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 25/09/2026

Discovery is one of the great joys of research — but it comes with responsibilities. National Academy of Sciences President Neil Shubin discuss how the new edition of "On Being a Scientist" can help researchers navigate today’s complex research landscape. ow.ly/anW450ZRBB3

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 24/09/2026

#ExtremeHeat doesn’t just affect the body. It can also strain the brain, making attention, judgment, and decision-making more difficult. Explore what researchers are learning about heat and #BrainHealth from our recent webinar: ow.ly/Eg2E50ZR5Bc

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 24/09/2026

Caregiving is essential to families, communities, and the economy — but data gaps make it hard to see the full picture. Our new report offers a roadmap for better measuring paid and unpaid care in the U.S. Learn more: ow.ly/ESJo50ZQJmu

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 21/09/2026

On #WorldAlzheimersDay, we’re highlighting our report on how behavioral and social science research can help reduce the impact of #Alzheimers and other #dementia — from prevention and caregiving to disparities, communities, and care. Read the report: ow.ly/lPpm50ZPOUt

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 20/09/2026

From integrating data and computing in #STEMEducation to examining how AI is changing the #STEMWorkforce, the National Academies are exploring ways to strengthen the nation’s STEM capacity. Explore studies, workshops, collaborations, and more in this area: ow.ly/5HYZ50ZPmqo

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 20/09/2026

Our New Voices program recently partnered with Vanderbilt University's Center for Sustainability, Energy and Climate on its first symposium, bringing together researchers and energy leaders to explore challenges across the energy system. Learn more: ow.ly/BxEf50ZPi8G

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 18/09/2026

#Nuclear fuel goes through many stages, from production and use to what happens after it leaves a reactor. Our September 22 webinar will explore how #AI could support the nuclear fuel cycle, emerging applications and challenges, and research needs. ow.ly/CJPm50ZPf9I

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 18/09/2026

The research landscape is changing rapidly, bringing new and complex ethical questions. Our updated "On Being a Scientist" guide helps early-career researchers navigate these challenges while building on longstanding principles of research ethics. 👇

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 16/09/2026

Can the ocean help remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere? A new National Academies digital report updates and expands on our landmark 2022 report on marine carbon dioxide removal (CDR), reflecting a rapidly evolving field. 🧵

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 16/09/2026

Pilots, air traffic controllers, mechanics, flight attendants — people are at the heart of #AviationSafety. A new TRB report explores how the #aviation system can better account for the human element as technologies and operations evolve: ow.ly/aIV450ZO2fB

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 14/09/2026

#Wildfires can affect health long after the flames are gone. Our recent webinar series explored practical approaches for health systems and communities to better prepare, respond, and recover. Learn more: ow.ly/esn450ZNvJ1

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 12/09/2026

Welcome to our 2026 Mirzayan Fellows! During their 12-week assignments, these early-career researchers will gain firsthand experience in science and technology policy while contributing their knowledge and perspectives to our work. Meet the 2026 fellows: ow.ly/38xI50ZMJQZ

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 11/09/2026

Understanding #EnergyPolicy requires understanding how energy projects are financed. Our September 15 webinar offers an introduction to #energy financing basics — including forms of capital, sources of capital, and uses of capital. Register: ow.ly/Rz0250ZM5Te

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 11/09/2026

In a new statement marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the presidents of the National Academies honor those who lost their lives, their families, first responders, and those who served in the military after the attacks. ow.ly/GXbz50ZMBEU

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 10/09/2026

Scientific freedom and human rights are deeply connected. For 50 years, our Committee on Human Rights has worked on behalf of scientists, engineers, and health professionals at risk. Learn about the people and stories behind its work: ow.ly/AllH50ZM37N

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 09/09/2026

Natural hazards can set off complex chains — severe storms lead to floods, which can trigger landslides. Explore how #MachineLearning can inform our understanding of these cascading hazards at our September 15 meeting: ow.ly/Se9w50ZL2G0

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 09/09/2026

From coastal #flooding to overflowing rivers and intense rainfall, Virginia faces flood risks on multiple fronts. See how communities across the Commonwealth are using science to strengthen #resilience: ow.ly/xXGI50ZKXNA

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 07/09/2026

A new feature of @bsky.app will now show the number of posts in a thread. Good timing for us, as we've just started posting longer threads of content with more information from our publications.

A screenshot of a post from the National Academies that shows the new thread numbering feature of Bluesky. The text of the post is "How can students get the most out of science learning?

Released over a decade ago, "A Framework for K–12 Science Education" offers a research-based vision for #ScienceEducation that is still relevant today.

Here are four key ideas." and then the number of the thread: 1/6

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 06/09/2026

September is #SickleCellAwarenessMonth. Our recent report examines best practices and community experiences in managing and treating sickle cell disease to inform Social Security disability evaluations. Learn more: ow.ly/Kvzw50ZItGS

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 05/09/2026

National Academy of Sciences President Neil Shubin sat down with Science Magazine Editor-in-Chief Holden Thorp — to discuss the challenges of providing scientific advice that often has policy implications, and plans to engage Academy members and younger researchers. Watch: ow.ly/NTyA50ZJAUq

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 04/09/2026

Changes in prescription drug policy can shape what cancer treatments cost — and whether patients can access them. Our new workshop series explores how the Inflation Reduction Act may affect affordability and access to #CancerCare. Register: ow.ly/xKtu50ZJxZ8

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 03/09/2026

How can students get the most out of science learning? Released over a decade ago, "A Framework for K–12 Science Education" offers a research-based vision for #ScienceEducation that is still relevant today. Here are four key ideas. 🧵

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 01/09/2026

The symposium was held in partnership with the Academia Brasileira de Ciências, @agenciafapesp.bsky.social, and the InterAmerican Network of Academies of Sciences, with support from @chanzuckerberg.bsky.social. Thank you to our partners for helping make this exchange possible!

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 01/09/2026

Last week, early and mid-career researchers from 17 countries across the Americas and Caribbean gathered in São Paulo for the Connections to Sustain Science in Latin America Symposium, exchanging ideas on oceans, the Amazon, extreme events, AI in life sciences, and biomedicine.

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 31/08/2026

NASA has launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, the top-ranked large space mission recommended by the National Academies’ 2010 astronomy and astrophysics decadal survey. Learn how our decadal surveys help identify priorities for the field: ow.ly/BIZ550ZHogb

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 30/08/2026

In 2005, we released a report assessing options to extend the life of the Hubble Space Telescope. A resulting servicing mission helped keep the Hubble operational, giving us years more of breathtaking images and discoveries from across the universe. ow.ly/SagA50ZGFc9

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 29/08/2026

How can schools prepare for emergencies without creating unnecessary fear or distress? See how our evidence-based recommendations are helping schools put safety strategies into practice while protecting student and staff well-being: ow.ly/q04A50ZGEGz

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 28/08/2026

Community-engaged research brings researchers and community members together to shape research around local priorities, experiences, and needs. Our upcoming workshop explores how this approach can strengthen #NutritionResearch and its impact. Learn more: ow.ly/hyyV50ZGfk6

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 27/08/2026

The breakthroughs that shape chemistry in 2050 may have roots in research happening today. Read the full workshop recap: www.nationalacademies.org/news/how-inn...

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 27/08/2026

What could #chemistry look like in 2050? At our recent workshop, experts explored how advances in energy, quantum computing, materials, and manufacturing could reshape the #ChemicalSciences — and what decisions today could help shape that future. 🧵

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 26/08/2026

“Materials that learn” are physical systems that can sense their surroundings, adapt to changing conditions, and perform intelligent tasks while also serving a structural purpose. Learn about this emerging research frontier from our new publication: ow.ly/i4XV50ZFQgv

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 25/08/2026

When #AI systems learn what evaluators look for, they can get better at “passing the test” without actually becoming safer or more reliable in the real world. Learn more about the “measurement trap” and how to improve #AIoversight from Issues in Science and Technology: ow.ly/4fx450ZFkQp

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 25/08/2026

Emerging research institutions strengthen the nation’s #STEMworkforce and R&D capacity. Next week, join experts in exploring approaches to building sustainable #research infrastructure and partnerships at our two-day workshop. Learn more and register: ow.ly/mcg350ZERvL

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 23/08/2026

One of our most downloaded reports from the past 30 days is "Frontiers of Statistics in Science and Engineering." The report explores key developments in #statistics, where the field is headed, and investment priorities for the next decade. Learn more: ow.ly/J8rf50ZCtrt

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 22/08/2026

Why do decision makers turn to the National Academies for trusted guidance on the most complex issues? It's not just the experts we bring to the table. It's the rigorous, independent process that shapes every conclusion. Learn more: ow.ly/H93g50ZCtbo

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 21/08/2026

How should K-12 math evolve for a world shaped by data and AI? A recent National Academies workshop explored how countries are integrating #DataScience, computational thinking, and AI into #MathEducation. Explore key discussions and takeaways: ow.ly/GvAu50ZCpfs

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 20/08/2026

Breakthrough energy technologies can struggle to attract investment before they’re proven. ARPA-E helps bridge that gap by backing high-risk, high-payoff ideas. Our new report examines why ARPA-E's model works and how to ensure its continued success. 🧵

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 17/08/2026

More than 2 million children were lifted above the poverty line by expanding federal tax credits in 2021. Our recent report examines what that experience can teach us about reducing #ChildPoverty over the long term: ow.ly/A3St50ZzZXX

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 15/08/2026

A recent $500K gift from Zoom Cares will help the National Academy of Engineering's EngineerTeen program connect more students with engineers, mentors, and real-world experiences. Learn more from our latest donor story: ow.ly/VhSK50ZzZMl

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 14/08/2026

For more than 15 years, ARPA-E has played a unique role within the U.S. Department of Energy, funding research across a wide range of technologies. Explore how the agency can build on its early successes to meet tomorrow’s #energy challenges on 8/20: ow.ly/jSt850ZzUOP

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