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Computing Research, Technologies, and Systems Program Area

This program area addresses the technical foundations and policy dimensions of computing technologies and systems, with a focus on increasing U.S. resilience and security. Our work spans computer science and engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum information science, and human-technology systems.

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Digital Overview: Implications of AI for Cybersecurity

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Our new rapid expert consultation examines how AI is reshaping cybersecurity and expanding capabilities for both attackers and defenders. Explore the digital overview, which presents near-term risks, long-term opportunities, and a range of policy and research options to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity.

Jun 24, 2026
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Making Machine Learning Safer in High-Stakes Settings

Feature Story

Machine learning, a key enabler of artificial intelligence, is increasingly used for applications like self-driving cars, medical devices, and advanced robots that work near humans, all contexts where safety is of critical importance. A recent report and webinar explored how to improve the performance and safety of machine learning in these settings.

Oct 20, 2025
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Confronting Core Problems in Cybersecurity

Feature Story

Cyberattacks are causing growing disruption for governments, businesses, and individuals. In a recent interview, John Manferdelli, who chairs the National Academies’ Forum on Cyber Resilience, shared his insights on the threat landscape, the underlying “hard problems” in cybersecurity, and the forum’s work to steer the nation’s cyber systems toward greater resilience.

Aug 4, 2025
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Digital Overview: Implications of AI for Cybersecurity

Update

Our new rapid expert consultation examines how AI is reshaping cybersecurity and expanding capabilities for both attackers and defenders. Explore the digital overview, which presents near-term risks, long-term opportunities, and a range of policy and research options to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity.

Jun 24, 2026

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AI Will Elevate Near-Term Cybersecurity Risks but — with Investment and Coordination — Can Strengthen Cybersecurity in the Long Run

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To counteract emerging cyberthreats posed by artificial intelligence, the baseline level of cybersecurity across society must rise — including stronger security practices, improved software quality, faster response to threats, and more effective sharing of cyberthreat intelligence, says a new rapid expert consultation from the National Academies.

Jun 24, 2026

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Securing AI Systems: Experts Consider Research Priorities at April Event

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Experts in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence recently gathered at the National Academies to examine AI security, how existing cybersecurity tools and practices can be adapted, and emerging risks in high-impact applications such as scientific research, drug discovery, and financial services. Speakers from various organizations including Microsoft, Meta, Qualcomm, and Security Superintelligence Labs explored priorities as the use of AI-enabled systems increases.

May 11, 2026

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Navigating the Turbulent Future of AI and Work

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How is artificial intelligence affecting education and jobs, and what should young people study now to be employable in the future? A recent National Academies workshop explored these questions, along with how organizations can collaborate to steer AI’s use and impacts.

May 4, 2026

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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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Securing AI systems: New challenges and research priorities

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At the request of the National Science Foundation, the National Academies will hold a convening on April 20 - 21 to identify research priorities for securing machine learning and AI-enabled systems.

Mar 10, 2026

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Transformative Science and Technology for Defense

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A recent National Academies workshop series explored critical emerging areas of research and how advances can be leveraged for U.S. competitiveness and national security. Watch discussions and learn key insights from each workshop in our new digital proceedings.

Jan 22, 2026

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Transformative Science and Technology for Defense - New Publication

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A recent National Academies workshop series explored critical emerging areas of research and how these breakthroughs can be leveraged to protect U.S. competitiveness and national security. Watch talk recordings and explore key insights from each workshop in our new digital proceedings.

Dec 31, 2025

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DOE Should Develop AI-Based Foundation Models Fused with Traditional Computational Methods to Bring Paradigm Shift to Scientific Discovery

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Foundation models are AI systems trained on vast amounts of data — often trillions of individual data points — and they are capable of learning new ways of modeling information and performing a range of tasks. A new National Academies report examines how the U.S. Department of Energy could use these models to potentially transform scientific discovery and innovation.

Dec 16, 2025

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Fall 2025 Meeting of the Forum on Cyber Resilience

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The Fall 2025 meeting of the Forum on Cyber Resilience will address critical topics including the operational security and resiliency of cloud infrastructure, cyber defense at state and local levels, and C vs Rust, SW assurance, among other areas of importance.

Dec 4, 2025

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Retraining Workers for the Age of AI

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As artificial intelligence is increasingly used across all sectors of the economy, a recent National Academies webinar explored how workers can learn new skills and adapt to how AI is changing the workplace.

Dec 1, 2025

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Making Machine Learning Safer in High-Stakes Settings

Feature Story

Machine learning, a key enabler of artificial intelligence, is increasingly used for applications like self-driving cars, medical devices, and advanced robots that work near humans, all contexts where safety is of critical importance. A recent report and webinar explored how to improve the performance and safety of machine learning in these settings.

Oct 20, 2025

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AI for Weather & Climate Forecasting

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Webinar Series

Sep 10, 2025

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Confronting Core Problems in Cybersecurity

Feature Story

Cyberattacks are causing growing disruption for governments, businesses, and individuals. In a recent interview, John Manferdelli, who chairs the National Academies’ Forum on Cyber Resilience, shared his insights on the threat landscape, the underlying “hard problems” in cybersecurity, and the forum’s work to steer the nation’s cyber systems toward greater resilience.

Aug 4, 2025

data and technology.

New Report Provides Peer Review of FAA Study on Seat Dimensions and Passenger Evacuation Efficiency

Media Advisory

Declining seat space for passengers on commercial airplanes, coupled with the growing prevalence of larger passengers in the U.S., has provoked concerns in recent years over the lack of regulations for seat dimensions and over whether there could be impacts on the speed of emergency evacuations.

Jul 1, 2025

Building a Resilient Digital Future — New National Academies Report

Media Advisory

The digital landscape that underpins modern life is rapidly evolving and outpacing efforts to keep cyber systems safe, secure, and resilient. A new report considers today’s hardest cyber problems and offers a guide for moving the U.S. to a more secure and trustworthy digital future.

May 15, 2025

Report Calls for Creation of National Information Clearinghouse for Cybercrime Data; Urges FBI to Adopt New System for Categorizing Cybercrimes

News Release

There is an acute need for the U.S. to address its lack of overall governance and coordination of cybercrime statistics. A new National Academies report recommends the creation of a national information clearinghouse to bring together data and help establish connections to assist in criminal investigations.

Apr 17, 2025

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New AI and Climate Change Roundtable Launched by National Academies — First Public Meeting in May

Media Advisory

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are convening a new roundtable to provide a multidisciplinary forum to foster discussions and coordination around emerging issues related to artificial intelligence and climate change, including ways to mitigate the impacts of AI’s energy consumption and climate effects, as well as AI applications for optimizing energy systems and aiding climate research.

Apr 9, 2025

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