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As artificial intelligence increasingly becomes a part of daily life, the National Academies are advising the government on AI use, policy, ethics, and innovation. Explore our work, from making machine learning safer in high-stakes applications to setting standards for how AI is used in health and medicine.

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Integrating Data and Computing into K-12 Education Is Critical and Requires Coordinated Approach To Be Effective, Says New Report

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Computing and data shape nearly every aspect of modern life. In recent years, efforts to expand data and computing education in K-12 settings have grown rapidly but unevenly. A new National Academies report offers a road map for state and local education agencies to integrate this content into school curricula and courses in a consistent manner.

Mar 12, 2026
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Policy Issues for Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Cancer Research and Care: A Workshop

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The use of artificial intelligence is increasingly recognized for its transformative potential in health care, particularly in oncology. Join us March 9-10 for a workshop will examine the current and potential future uses of AI in cancer care, and ways to anticipate and address challenges related to integration of these technologies in the care of patients with cancer.

Mar 6, 2026
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As Demand for Electricity Grows, Energy Parks Are Being Explored as Potential Solutions

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The energy needs of AI data centers are greatly increasing the amount of electricity demanded from our aging power grid. A recent National Academies webinar looked at the potential benefits and barriers of regional energy parks — which co-locate local power sources and large-scale users at a single point on the grid — to provide electricity quickly and more affordably.

Feb 26, 2026
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Standing Committee on Artificial Intelligence Technologies and Emerging Impacts

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Artificial Intelligence at the Nexus of Collaboration, Competition, and Change: A Workshop

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