Office of International Networks, Cooperation, and Security (INCS)
The Office of International Networks, Cooperation, and Security (INCS) is the nexus between the U.S. National Academies and the global research community. INCS builds and sustains partnerships and implements international programs work to connect American science and innovation to international policymaking. Our experts represent the country in forums and conferences, ensuring the voice of U.S. science is heard internationally.
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Transboundary water conflicts, cooperation, and pathways forward
Update
Transboundary river basins supply water to over half of the world’s population and play an important role in global ecosystems, economies, and security.
Conference Highlights Scientific Cooperation in the Americas
Feature Story
The Inter-American Network of Academies of Sciences (IANAS) is a regional network of science academies. At a recent IANAS meeting held in Mexico, attendees discussed current initiatives and highlighted the importance of scientific cooperation among countries in the Americas.
Our Expertise
Global science and technology are central pillars in America's security, prosperity, and leadership. The Office of International Networks, Security, and Cooperation harnesses the U.S. National Academies' distinctive strengths to build trusted international partnerships that support U.S. innovation and resilience and address the complex challenges that impact our nation and the world.
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The Office of International Networks, Cooperation, and Security (INCS) is the nexus between the U.S. National Academies and the global research community. INCS builds and sustains partnerships and implements international program work to connect American science and innovation to international policymaking. Our experts represent the country in forums and conferences, ensuring the voice of U.S. science is heard internationally.
Contributors
Committee
Chair
Member
Member
Member
Jeff Martin
Member
Member
Member
Catherine A. Novelli
Member
Kiron Skinner
Member
Member
Vaughan C. Turekian
Staff Officer
Staff
Vaughan Turekian
Lead
Major units and sub-units
Office of International Networks. Cooperation. and Security Executive Office
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