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Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences (DEPS)

The Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences (DEPS) provides independent and authoritative advice to the federal government and the nation on important science and technology policy issues. Through workshops, roundtables, and consensus studies, DEPS brings together experts from across academia, industry, and government to discuss pressing interdisciplinary questions. Recommendations from DEPS reports support policy decisions ranging from future research agendas to fuel economy standards. The 13 DEPS units do work on a variety of topics including national security, space and aerospace, infrastructure, energy, computer science, math and statistics, physics, and laboratory assessments.

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Innovative Materials in Water Resources Infrastructure: Opportunities for the Corps of Engineers

Announcement

Dec 18, 2025

A Bit (or Qubit) About Quantum Computing: Q&A with Mark Horowitz

Feature Story

Mar 27, 2025

Exploring the New Nuclear Energy Landscape

Feature Story

Feb 14, 2025

Ocean Studies Board to Establish Standing Committee on Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal

Program News

Feb 10, 2025

U.S. Should Build Capacity to Rapidly Detect and Respond to AI Developments; New Report Identifies Workforce Challenges and Opportunities

News Release

Nov 21, 2024

Understanding Microplastics: Insights from Experts on Environmental and Human Health

Program News

Sep 24, 2024

Defense Department Should Invest in Leap-Ahead Semiconductor Technologies, Work to Reshore Production Capabilities, and Strengthen Industry and Interagency Engagement, Says New Report

News Release

Aug 28, 2024

The Current Status and Future Direction of High-Magnetic-Field Science and Technology in the United States — New Report

Media Advisory

Aug 13, 2024

New Report Lays Out Role for Carbon Dioxide Utilization in U.S. Economy, Identifies Research Gaps and Opportunities

News Release

Aug 7, 2024

Unlocking the Promise of Digital Twins

Feature Story

Jun 10, 2024

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Brainstorming Solutions to Disinformation

Feature Story

Apr 29, 2024

Upcoming Workshop Will Explore New Ideas for Countering Disinformation

Feature Story

Apr 5, 2024

Advances in Facial Recognition Technology Have Outpaced Laws, Regulations; New Report Recommends Federal Government Take Action on Privacy, Equity, and Civil Liberties Concerns

News Release

Jan 17, 2024

Human shape made of wires

New Report Urges Multiagency Action to Support Potentially Transformative Digital Twins Research

News Release

Dec 15, 2023

To Minimize Harms and Maximize Benefits of Social Media to Adolescent Health, New Report Recommends Setting Industrywide Standards, New Protections Against Harassment

News Release

Dec 13, 2023

U.S. Should Build Out Secure ‘Cyber Interstate’ and Other Infrastructure to Support Smart Manufacturing and Circular Economy Efforts, Says New Report

News Release

Dec 12, 2023

How AI Is Shaping Scientific Discovery

Feature Story

Nov 6, 2023

Un nuevo informe presenta un plan integral para alcanzar los objetivos de cero carbono neto en Estados Unidos y garantizar una transición energética justa y equitativa

News Release

Oct 17, 2023

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