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NEW REPORT

Crisis Standards for Care

July 31 -- A new report from the Institute of Medicine presents a guide to help stakeholders identify surge and capability problems and triggers that may govern their health system's transition across a continuum of care during a disaster.

  • NEW REPORT

    Crisis Standards for Care

    July 31 -- A new report from the Institute of Medicine presents a guide to help stakeholders identify surge and capability problems and triggers that may govern their health system's transition across a continuum of care during a disaster.

  • WEBCAST/NEW REPORT

    Variation in Health Care Spending

    July 24 -- A new Institute of Medicine report says Medicare spending rates based on regional cost variations are unlikely to improve health care. Listen to the webcast:  RealPlayer | Windows Media | Slides

  • NEW REPORT

    Assessing Ecosystem Impacts from Deepwater Horizon Spill

    July 10 -- A new National Research Council report offers a comprehensive approach to establishing the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill that takes into consideration the goods and services provided by the Gulf of Mexico.

  • NEW REPORT

    Sustainability Linkages in the Federal Government

    June 28 -- A new report from the National Research Council recommends the establishment of a national sustainability policy and other steps to encourage federal agencies to collaborate more effectively on sustainability challenges.

George P. Mitchell – 1919 to 2013
George P. MitchellPhilanthropist George P. Mitchell, a major benefactor to the Academies and an ardent supporter of sustainable, environmentally responsible economic growth, died July 26. He was 94. Among many generous gifts to the Academies, Mitchell and his late wife Cynthia donated $20 million to establish the Cynthia and George Mitchell Endowment for Sustainability Science. Read more

2013 Health Engineering Contest Winners Announced
Engineer GirlThe NAE announced the winners of EngineerGirl's 2013 essay competition, which asked students in grades three to 12 to explain how engineering is essential to the treatment or prevention of five diseases that are leading causes of death. Older students were also asked to identify types of engineers who have contributed to technological advancement in health care and suggest ways that engineering may change the future prevention or treatment of disease. Read more

Site Highlights

  • Steve Miller: Crossing the LineSteve Miller: Crossing the Line, a new exhibit featuring 11 paintings by artist Steve Miller, opens Aug. 5 at the National Academy of Sciences building.

  • Seismicity Induced from Energy ProjectsA new video from the National Research Council explains the conditions that have triggered some small earthquakes during various energy production activities.

  • U.S. Coast Guard PhotoLearn more about the National Academy of Sciences' new 30-year research program on human health and environmental protection in the Gulf region.

  • hands-on science activitiesKids and adults alike are invited to enjoy hands-on science activities every Saturday and Sunday from noon-4 p.m. at the Koshland Science Museum.

  • The BridgeSummer 2013 issue of The Bridge is now available and focuses on undergraduate engineering education and how it must evolve to prepare engineers to exercise creativity in developing approaches to the world's challenges.

  • Public Interfaces of the Life SciencesCheck out PDFs and videos from presentations at the first meeting of the new National Research Council Roundtable on Public Interfaces of the Life Sciences.

  • Inter-American Network of Academies of SciencesA new book featuring interviews with prominent female scientists throughout the Americas is available from the Inter-American Network of Academies of Sciences.

  • In Focus Magazine 12.2Check out the latest issue of The National Academies In Focus.

  • © iStockphoto/ThinkstockPart of a documentary series that explored the United States' obesity epidemic, The Weight of the Nation for Kids has two new specials focusing on health issues facing young people today.

  • Summer Institutes on Undergraduate EducationThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the National Academies invite college and university faculty and instructional staff to participate in workshops to develop teaching skills that could transform the undergraduate classroom.

  • Cultural ProgramsExplore relationships among the arts and sciences, engineering, and medicine through the Cultural Programs of the National Academy of Sciences.

  • International Activities and the National Academy of SciencesLearn about our various international efforts to help address global challenges.

  • Koshland Science MuseumStop by the Koshland Museum for state-of-the-art exhibits, public events, and educational programs.

  • Research Associateship ProgramsThe Research Associateship Programs are accepting electronic applications for graduate, postdoctoral, and senior research awards in federal laboratories and affiliated institutions.

  • FellowshipsWe offer several fellowship opportunities in science, engineering, and medicine. Visit our program websites for information on eligibility guidelines and application deadlines.

  • Report to Congress 2012View the latest Report to Congress that details the National Academies work for 2012.
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