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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 01/12/2025
We spend more time than ever on social media— but do the thoughts and ideas we encounter represent real public opinion? At the 2025 #DavidLecture, Jay Van Bavel, PhD discussed how social media acts as a funhouse mirror for public opinion. Watch now! ow.ly/XUAB50XA907
Video Available Now. Beware the Funhouse Mirror: How Social Media Misleads Us About Public Opinion. The background image is of Dr. Jay Van Bavel delivering the 2025 Henry and Bryna David Lecture.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 03/11/2025
A number of factors have contributed to the declining quantity and quality of #ScienceNews, making it easier for science #misinformation to spread. Our November 13 webinar will examine these new challenges and suggest ways to bolster science #journalism: ow.ly/Zm2Q50Xm4S3
"Advancing High-Quality Science Journalism: Challenges and Pathways Forward, an event happening on November 13 from 1 to 2:30 PM Eastern Time."
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 01/11/2025
As the nature of work continues to evolve, so do the skills required to thrive in an era shaped by artificial intelligence, automation, and rapid technological change. Join us on November 7 for a webinar that will address this transformation in the workforce: ow.ly/oMH050XlbrN
November 7 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Webinar. AI, Automation, and the Future of Work: Reskilling, Upskilling, and the Evolving Workforce. The background image shows two colleagues in a conference room, working on a laptop.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 27/10/2025
How does social media distort our understanding of what the public thinks? Join us on November 13 for the 2025 #DavidLecture with Jay Van Bavel, PhD about how technology and psychology interact to create a funhouse mirror version of public opinion: ow.ly/uaPk50XiyHF
Thursday, November 13. 5:00 PM ET. Henry and Bryna David Lecture 2025. Beware the Funhouse Mirror: How Social Media Misleads Us About Public Opinion. Jay Van Bavel. To the left is a headshot of Jay Van Bavel.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 22/10/2025
As newsrooms shrink and “news deserts” grow, maintaining strong, well-supported reporting on science is increasingly urgent. Join us on Nov 13 to explore challenges and opportunities for advancing high-quality science journalism. ow.ly/jnyP50XfUNj
Webinar. November 13. 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ET. Advancing High-Quality Science Journalism: Challenges and Pathways Forward.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 20/10/2025
Today is #WorldStatisticsDay, a time to reflect on the importance of data in everyday life — from forecasting the weather to choosing where to live. Learn what makes federal statistics trustworthy from our recent resource: ow.ly/Wyuk50XfbgK
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 09/10/2025
How do we make sure that new technologies benefit older adults, while avoiding potential harm? Join us for a webinar on October 14 looking at how #technology could support the #aging U.S. population: ow.ly/b3K550X9bzq
October 14 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM ET. Hauser Policy Webinar. From Longevity to Vitality: Leveraging Technology for Thriving in Later Life. The background shows an older couple siting on a couch, both looking at a smartphone screen.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 03/10/2025
📢 Join us on October 22 for a webinar on Early Relational Health (ERH) and how mutual, meaningful early relationships support children, families & communities. 🗓️ Register: ow.ly/G3oY50X6cxK
October 22 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. Report Webinar. Early Relational Health: Building Foundations for Child, Family, and Community Well-being. The background shows a group of parents playing outdoors with their young children.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 02/10/2025
📢 New Proceedings: Strategies for effective community-based suicide prevention. Highlights include: grant design & evaluation, performance metrics, tribal, veteran & state programs, and communicating results. 📘 Read now: ow.ly/6TSp50X5BC6
New Release: Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of Community-Based Suicide Prevention Grants Programs: Proceedings of a Workshop. To the right is a picture of a counselor holding a patient's hands.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 01/10/2025
📘 New Report: Early Relational #Health Our new report highlights strategies to strengthen early relational health for #children, families & communities. Read the report: ow.ly/v97o50X55B5
New Report: Early Relational Health: Building Foundations for Child, Family, and Community Well-Being. To the right is an image of children playing with their parents outdoors.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 26/09/2025
📢 Don’t miss the @SRCDChildDev webinar on 10/1 presenting our recent report The Future of Youth Development. Learn how to strengthen #Out-of-School Time programs to better support #youth nationwide. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/fY65wQm
Webinar. October 1. 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM ET. The Future of Youth Development: Building Systems and Strengthening Programs. This webinar is held in partnership with the Society for Research in Child Development. The image on the right shows an afterschool program leader walking with two children.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 25/09/2025
📢 New report: Pathways to Reduce Child #Poverty: Impacts of Federal Tax Credits. The report explores the expanded #Child Tax Credit and #EITC in 2021 which lifted 2M+ kids out of poverty. 📘 Explore the report: buff.ly/r6GQLLU
New Report: Pathways to Reduce Child Poverty: Impacts of Federal Tax Credits. To the right is a picture of two children holding hands as they walk on a sidewalk.
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Lisa Fazio @lkfazio.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Great webinar today from @nationalacademies.org - Opportunities for Doing Social-Environmental Research with Little to No Funding. Full recording will be up sometime next week. Four takeaways for me.. 1/ www.nationalacademies.org/event/1072_0...
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 23/09/2025
Promoting long-term caregiving and community support is essential for the rapidly aging U.S. population. Join us for a webinar on October 8 to explore levers at all scales to promote health and well-being for aging adults: buff.ly/eZvqaHY
October 8 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM ET. Hauser Policy Webinar. From Longevity to Vitality: Solutions and Innovation in Long-term Care. The background image shows a young man washing dishes in a kitchen, talking with an older woman.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 22/09/2025
Join us on September 25 for the release of our latest report that offers a comprehensive, evidence-based analysis of the temporary expansions to the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit under the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act: buff.ly/y5qYuBq
Webinar. September 25. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. Pathways to Reduce Child Poverty: Impacts of Federal Tax Credits. The image on the right shows two children walking hand in hand on a sidewalk.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 19/09/2025
Join us on October 8 to discuss findings from the new National Academies report, The Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. Hear from experts, families and providers on person- and family-centered ABA care. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/4H20jeq
October 8 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET. Stakeholder Event. The Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. The background image is of a child sitting at a table and playing with a puzzle with his mother.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 17/09/2025
Concerns about #cybercrime have increased significantly given that the internet has become a ubiquitous part of modern life. Our report provides the FBI with a taxonomy to better measure cybercrime. Learn more: buff.ly/MY0JAo2
Cybercrime Classification and Measurement. Consensus Study Report. The background image shows a circuit board and screens glowing red and blue.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 15/09/2025
To minimize potential harms caused by misuse, a new rapid expert consultation by the National Academies recommends avoiding the extreme hype about #AI and instead utilizing a careful, experimental approach. Learn more in our new feature story: buff.ly/sboRkNn
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 10/09/2025
📘 New Report: Breastfeeding in the United States Our recently released report outlines evidence-based strategies to support #families, expand access to services, and help achieve national #breastfeeding goals. 🔗 Explore: buff.ly/VdFi9tp
Report Release. Breastfeeding in the United States: Strategies to Support Families and Achieve National Goals. On the right is an image of a mother breastfeeding an infant.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 09/09/2025
📘 NEW REPORT: Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. Findings: ABA meets DoD standards for reliable medical evidence, ACD policies burden families & providers, and greater flexibility needed for continuous, quality care. 🔗https://buff.ly/vPjClZb
Report Release. The Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. The image on the right is of a child playing with blocks on a table while an adult looks on.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 05/09/2025
How can networks deliver public value and resilience in times of crisis? Join the SEAN 2025 Fall Symposium to explore the role of evidence, collaboration, and trust in policymaking. Register: buff.ly/Ko1tptP
September 17. Networks That Work: Supporting Resilience through Collaboration and Connection. Societal Experts Action Network Symposium. Below is a blue-toned image of people sitting at a conference table as another person writes on a flipchart.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 03/09/2025
This publication from the Committee on National Statistics summarizes a workshop that looked at innovative research #methodologies for the social and behavioral sciences. Learn more: buff.ly/onLffbV #BehavioralScience #SocialSciences
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 29/08/2025
Grad students, post-docs, and early-career faculty engaged in social-environmental research are facing an unprecedented research landscape with decreased levels of funding. Join us on 9/22 for a webinar looking at low to no cost ways to sustain research: buff.ly/9j5jloH
Workshop. September 8, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET. September 9, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. Education for Thriving in a Changing Climate - Meeting 3. The top image shows young students handling plants in a classroom.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 28/08/2025
Join us on September 16 at 3-4 PM ET to discuss our forthcoming report: The Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. Learn about ABA services, effectiveness measures & support for TRICARE beneficiaries. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/eUmrqyA
September 16 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET. Report Webinar. The Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration: Solutions for Military Families. The background shows a young child sitting on the floor with a therapist. He is playing with a small sandbox.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 27/08/2025
Discover strategies to support #families & help achieve national #breastfeeding goals as we discuss our new report at a webinar on September 12 at 4-5PM ET. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/4domR93
Report Webinar. Breastfeeding in the United States: Strategies to Support Families and Achieve National Goals. September 12. 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. The background shows a mother breastfeeding her infant child.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 22/08/2025
In a new interview, we asked 2024 @scicommexcellence.nationalacademies.org winner @andyluttrell.bsky.social about #SocialScience, what sparked his #ScienceCommunication efforts, and lessons from his Opinion Science podcast. Read: buff.ly/DmpCDZx
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 25/08/2025
Intergenerational mobility reflects a fundamental value—that anyone should be able to succeed economically, regardless of their background. Join us on September 22 to explore a recently released report looking at the key domains that shape #economic and social #mobility: buff.ly/mePb8Vd
September 22 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET. Webinar. Research Agenda for Improving Economic and Social Mobility in the United States.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 21/08/2025
Last week's Hauser webinar brought together a panel of experts to discuss how policymakers can support healthy #aging, from encouraging #cognitive health to addressing loneliness and isolation. Catch up with the webinar recording now: buff.ly/FdqP58x
View our recent webinar. From Longevity to Vitality: Applying the Science of Aging. The background shows a couple embracing outdoors, under a tree.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 21/08/2025
Public research universities and institutions have been innovating to expand their engagement with the public and support collaborations across sectors. Join us on August 28 for a session on supporting public engagement with #science: buff.ly/iErIofH
Webinar. August 28. 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET. Building Institutional Capacity for Public Engagement with Science.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 19/08/2025
Join us on 8/21 for a virtual public meeting on the health and safety impacts of aircraft cabin temperatures. Labor organizations representing flight attendants and pilots will explore crew member concerns and mitigation strategies. Register: buff.ly/u0GxNi3 #AviationSafety
Open Session. Health and Safety Impacts of Aircraft Cabin Temperatures: Meeting 2. Aug 21, 2025. 12:30PM - 3:15PM. The image on the top half is a view of an airplane cabin full of people.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 18/08/2025
BOHSI welcomes 6 new members! Leaders in #humanAI collaboration, healthcare safety, digital assessment, complex systems, #workforce strategy & more. Meet them: buff.ly/Kx3vx5U
Announcing our new members for the: Board on Human-System Integration. The background shows a finger pointing at an array of blue icons.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 15/08/2025
What makes a #science #team succeed? Our new report builds on the previous 2015 report and a decade of insights on #collaboration, impact & effectiveness in research teams. 📘 Explore: buff.ly/zUUinBj
The Science and Practice of Team Science. Consensus Study Report. The image on the right shows a group of scientists gathered around a desk in a laboratory.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 14/08/2025
How do we optimize performance in #HumanAI teams? Join us September 9th for a webinar on trust, workload, oversight & #collaboration in AI-powered teams. 🔗 buff.ly/uA5c5uD
September 9 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Human-AI Teaming Webinar Series. Performance Optimization in Human-AI Teams. The background shows a hand reaching for assorted glowing icons.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 13/08/2025
📘New Report: School #ActiveShooter Drills: Mitigating Risks to Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health. This report offers clear, evidence-based steps to regulate drills and protect #students and staff. 🔗 buff.ly/AeFmwVW
New Report: School Active Shooter Drills: Mitigating Risks to Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health. To the right is an image of desks in a classroom.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 12/08/2025
How can state and local governments adopt AI responsibly? A new rapid expert consultation offers practical guidance. Join the 8/21 webinar to learn more. Register: buff.ly/d4YvSNX
Webinar. Strategies for Integrating AI into State and Local Government Decision Making: A Rapid Expert Consultation. August 21, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 11/08/2025
In a new statement, the presidents of @nasonline.org and @NAM.edu urge federal leaders to respect and safeguard the integrity and objectivity of federal statistical agencies and the information they produce. Read: buff.ly/6ppRoMJ
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 12/08/2025
Complex societal challenges require innovative approaches. Engaged #research involves collaborating with various stakeholders to help identify evidence needs, integrate broad expertise, and apply findings toward shared goals. Learn more: buff.ly/yF13JXG
'Taking concrete steps toward building institutional capacity for engaged research involves a willingness to view challenges as "tensions" instead of "impossible hard stops."' Quote from Susan Renoe, Chair of the Planning Committee for the Workshop on Building Institutional Capacity for Engaged Research.
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 11/08/2025
As the median age of the U.S. population has increased over the past few decades, so has the prevalence of age-related issues such as dementia and loneliness. Join us August 12 to explore ways to promote #HealthyAging and support #aging populations: buff.ly/n3c8UJU
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 07/08/2025
Join us on August 13 at 1–2 PM ET for the release of a new report on #activeshooter drills and their impact on K–12 #mentalhealth. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/gxTSjVw
August 13 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. Report Release Webinar. School Active Shooter Drills: Mitigating Risks to Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health. The background shows a group of high school students walking outside of their school.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 06/08/2025
View our recent report on Myopia, featured in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (IOVS). The article highlights findings on #myopia prevalence, prevention, and the need for stronger research efforts. Read more: buff.ly/AEQO1Em
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 04/08/2025
As artificial intelligence tools continue to advance, state and local governments are exploring how to use them to improve public services. But responsible adoption requires thoughtful planning, inclusive design, and strong oversight. Learn more: buff.ly/PGgNEZg
Strategies for Integrating AI into State and Local Government Decision Making. Rapid Expert Consultation.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 31/07/2025
Our report on #ChildPoverty was recently cited in a @nytimes.com article on the effects of unconditional cash payments on early #childhood development. The article adds important context to the ongoing discussion about how to best support low-income #families and children. Read more: buff.ly/TFMx6Of
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 28/07/2025
Applications are open for the New Voices Program 2026–2028 Cohort! Join a network of mid-career SEM leaders at @nationalacademies.org tackling national and global challenges. 📅 Application Deadline: September 3, 2025 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/9VNlVt9 #NewVoices #scipol #nasem
New Voices in Sciences, Engineering & Medicine. A two-year program for outstanding mid-career STEM professionals. Network with emerging leaders. Connect across disciplines. Impact science policy. Engage with global peers. Apply by September 3. NewVoices@nas.edu. www.nas.edu/newvoices.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 24/07/2025
How can insights from the social sciences help align AI adoption with environmental and economic goals? Join us on August 15 for a discussion with social science and industry experts on AI-driven energy demand and information sharing. buff.ly/AZWXXmV
Webinar. AI, Energy Demand, and the Environment: Perspectives on Information Sharing. August 15, 2025 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM ET.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 23/07/2025
Join us at #JSM2025 to learn more about the latest eighth edition of Principles and Practices for a Federal Statistical Agency! The conference includes two sessions where the report will be featured. Learn more: buff.ly/XlWtZDr
Principles and Practices for a Federal Statistical Agency at JSM 2025. Monday, August 4; 8:30 AM - 10:20 AM; Room CC-101B; The Role of Professional Ethical Practice Standards in Ensuring Scientific Integrity of AI. Wednesday, August 6; 8:30 AM - 10:20 AM; Room CC-205C; A New Era in Official Statistics: AI/ML and Automation.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 22/07/2025
Despite an increasing need to understand the provision of care, collecting data on the care economy remains difficult. Watch our recent open session focused on data needs and challenges associated with measuring the care economy: buff.ly/IIhLCG8
Video Now Available. A Data Infrastructure for Measuring the Care Economy: Committee Meeting 2. To the left is an image of two pairs of hands clasped together.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 22/07/2025
A new special issue of @pnas.org features a series of articles inspired by a colloquium hosted by our Standing Committee on Advancing Science Communication. Learn more about these papers that advocate for a paradigm shift in #ScienceCommunication: buff.ly/XgtzjFP
PNAS Special Feature. Reimagining Science Communication in the COVID Era and Beyond.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 11/07/2025
Concerns about #cybercrime have increased significantly as the internet has become an ubiquitous part of modern life. Our new interactive resource presents a taxonomy to better measure cybercrime in the United States. Learn more: buff.ly/YHBv2Ej
Cybercrime Classification and Measurement. Consensus Study Report.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 10/07/2025
How can data, research, and policy initiatives provide more opportunities for advancement in the U.S.? Our new report looks at the key domains that shape economic and social mobility and the data infrastructure needed to support future research. buff.ly/7PSfnFn
Economic and Social Mobility: New Directions for Data, Research, and Policy. Consensus Study Report. The background image shows a spiral staircase from above.
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Social & Behavioral Sciences at NASEM @sbs.nationalacademies.org · 09/07/2025
ICYMI: Our recent webinar explored our new report, The Science and Practice of Team #Science. We discussed best practices, institutional and funder guidance, and priorities like hybrid #teams and tech tools. buff.ly/M2DpQRq
View our Recent Webinar: The Science and Practice of Team Science. The image to the right shows a group of scientists gathered around a desk in a lab.
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