In the Spotlight

The Changing Face of Science at the National Academies (PDF, 2.13MB)
The Changing Face of Science is a publication that celebrates people of diverse backgrounds who have contributed to the work of the National Academies, including Ford Foundation Diversity Fellows.  Hard copies may be requested via mpetroch@nas.edu.

Workshop: From Doctorate to Dean or Director: Sustaining Women through Critical Transition Points in Science, Engineering, and Medicine
In Washington, DC on September 18 and 19, 2008, the Committee on Women in Science, Engineering, and Medicine (CWSEM) of the National Academies is hosting a workshop on sustaining women through critical transition points in science, engineering, and medicine.

2009 Young Observer Program: Travel Awards to Glasgow, UK
The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry will hold its 45th General Assembly and 42nd Congress in Glasgow, Scotland, UK, in August 2009. Travel grants are being provided to outstanding U.S. scientists and engineers as part of the 2009 Young Observer Program.

Science Professionals: Master's Education for a Competitive World
Prepublication released

On Being a Scientist: Third Edition
Forthcoming Report

An Assessment of the SBIR Program
Forthcoming Report

The Lost Crops of Africa: Fruits Podcast Available!
You can listen to this and other podcasts at http://media.nap.edu/podcasts/ or on iTUNES at http://media.nap.edu/podcasts/