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NAS Awards 2026 Public Welfare Medal to Francis Collins
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The National Academy of Sciences will present its prestigious Public Welfare Medal to Francis S. Collins, former director of the National Institutes of Health, for his pioneering research in human genetics and critical contributions to public welfare as the leader of the Human Genome Project.
Video Recordings from TRB Annual Meeting Now Available
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The 2026 TRB Annual Meeting brought together thousands of transportation researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share current research and discuss pressing issues across all transportation modes. Watch sessions featuring high-profile speakers focused on the surface transportation funding reauthorization bill, megaprojects, road safety, and modernizing transportation systems.
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NAS Building Guided Tours Available!
Participate in a one-hour guided tour of the historic National Academy of Sciences building, highlighting its distinctive architecture, renowned artwork, and the intersection of art, science, and culture.