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"America can't be great without great sciences. That is where the Academies can help.". In a new interview, @theNASciences President Marcia McNutt discusses how recent federal actions are affecting the National Academies and the entire research ecosystem:
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Vitamin A supplementation can help reduce complications from #measles — such as pnemonia, blindness, and death — but it does not help to prevent infection. Learn about the relationship between vitamin A and measles, and the importance of #vaccination:
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Guided tours of @theNASciences building offer a treasure trove of architecture, art, and stories of science, scientists, and luminaries who have passed through the building over the past 100 years. Learn more from our new feature story:
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RT @NASEM_Gulf: Deadline is this Friday, Aug 1! Submit your proposal for a session or request workshop space at #GulfCon 2026, May 4–7 in M….
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RT @SciCommAwards: In a piece for @NautilusMag, 2024 award winner @DeWeerdt_Sarah describes how orcas in Washington are creating grooming t….
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Orcas in Washington are creating grooming tools out of kelp stalks
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RT @NASEM_DBASSE: Applications are open for the New Voices Program 2026–2028 Cohort!. Join a network of mid-career SEM leaders at @theNASEM….
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RT @theNAEng: Why is renewed U.S. investment in domestic antibiotic production essential for global health security? In #TheBridge, authors….
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RT @theNAMedicine: Health workers & patients deserve long-term investment in their well-being. @AACNme, @HopkinsMedicine & @PhysiciansFound….
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RT @theNASciences: Next year, we will honor a scientist making lasting contributions to the study of the physics of the Earth with the Arth….
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For nearly 30 years, our @mirzayanfellow has provided early-career researchers with opportunities to work at the National Academies and learn about the intersections of science, technology, and policy. Learn about the legacy and impact of the program:
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Addressing #ClimateChange is a core part of transforming health care for the better. @theNAMedicine's Climate Journey Map identifies two distinct pathways that health organizations can use to guide their #sustainability journeys. Explore the resource:
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Our @USAf_Frontiers program aims to enhance collaboration between the two regions while discussing exciting advances and opportunities in their fields. Revisit this year's symposium and apply for next year's:
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When spending time outside this summer, remember to protect yourself by wearing protective clothing and using broad-spectrum #sunscreen to protect yourself from UV radiation, the cause of most skin cancers. Learn more about #SunSafety:
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Intergenerational mobility has been valued by many throughout American history, yet at times and for many groups it has been severely constrained. Explore a framework to help boost upward mobility through data and research from a new @NASEM_DBASSE report:
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The vaccine for #measles, mumps, and rubella (#MMRvaccine) is extremely safe and effective. The National Academies presidents advocate for the importance of sharing evidence-based information on #VaccineSafety in the wake of the recent #MeaslesOutbreak:
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.@theNASciences member William Borucki helped design the heat shield that brought Apollo 11 astronauts safely back to Earth. Celebrate #MoonDay by reading his reflections on the mission and why he believes more “moonshot” moments are still to come:
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RT @NASEM_BioRegFS: Wondering how to apply for the Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship? The application is open and due by August 31, 2025,….
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Long-standing issues and recent societal disruptions have negatively impacted many in the U.S. STEMM research ecosystem, particularly #GradStudents and #Postdocs. Join us July 22 and 23 for a discussion on ways to support U.S. STEMM talent:
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.@SciCommAwards winner Sarah Goodwin created the Science Communication Lab to demystify science through the power of film. Learn about her transition from research to filmmaking and techniques she uses to bring science to life in a new interview:
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The power-intensive #DataCenters needed to run #AI tools and applications are straining our nation's aging #electricity infrastructure. Explore possible solutions for meeting #AI demand sustainably from a recent @NASEM_Climate webinar:
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While there is substantial investment in #DrugDevelopment in the U.S., our new report finds that how research is prioritized doesn't systematically account for disease burden and unmet needs — often leaving critical gaps in treatment options. Learn more:
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