Providing expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Non-partisan. Non-profit. https://nationalacademies.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3ml7pax7ms425Understanding the past is key to preparing for the future. Our new interactive site explores how paleoenvironmental data — from tree rings to ice cores — can be used to decipher past mysteries and help improve disaster preparedness. Learn more: https://ow.ly/rY8P50YVQ0l06 May 2026 22:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml7pax7ms425https://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3ml4y3frkai2qHow might advances in reproductive technology shape the future of having children? A recent Issues in Science and Technology interview explores emerging tools like #InVitro fertilization that could reshape how babies are conceived: https://ow.ly/vf8m50YVcrj05 May 2026 20:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml4y3frkai2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3ml2ocnnwjd25#AI is reshaping jobs — and raising big questions about how to prepare the next generation. At our recent workshop, participants explored how education, skills, and collaboration can help navigate an uncertain #FutureOfWork. Learn more: https://ow.ly/pgtE50YUMsU04 May 2026 22:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml2ocnnwjd25https://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mktaab7zng25From fitness trackers to health apps, digital technology is reshaping how we approach #ChronicDisease. Our new report explores the risks and opportunities of using #DigitalHealth tools in #PrimaryCare settings. Explore the findings: https://ow.ly/Orue50YTFeh01 May 2026 23:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mktaab7zng25https://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkspintqj42g#AI is transforming #MaterialsScience in ways that could shape future technologies. Join us May 8 for a workshop on how AI is advancing research on #MetastableMaterials — materials with extraordinary properties like superconductivity or extreme hardness: https://ow.ly/98cn50YS0Cb01 May 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkspintqj42ghttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkqwhmzyig2qPreventing and managing #ChronicDisease requires more than clinical care — it depends on strong connections between health systems and communities. Learn how community-clinical partnerships in #PrimaryCare settings can support #DiseasePrevention: https://ow.ly/AbJZ50YSQb601 May 2026 01:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkqwhmzyig2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkqfrftfwf2b#ExtremeWeather like floods and wildfires are becoming increasingly disruptive. Our new report explores how paleoenvironmental records — like tree rings and ice cores — can extend our understanding of past extremes and strengthen #resilience. Learn more: https://ow.ly/sv4v50YSJmO30 Apr 2026 20:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkqfrftfwf2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mknym4r24k2pAdvances in #SyntheticBiology could transform medicine, energy, and more. Our new report examines #biosafety, #biosecurity, and environmental considerations for #SyntheticCells, offering guidance to reduce risks while supporting innovation. Learn more: https://ow.ly/hP8X50YRZKg29 Apr 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknym4r24k2phttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mknqqgqo4c2pCongratulations to the newly elected #NASmembers! [contains quote post or other embedded content]29 Apr 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknqqgqo4c2phttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkixo4ughv2kScience shapes our lives — but how often do we talk about how it connects to society? We spoke with 2024 SciComm Excellence award winner C. Brandon Ogbunu on why creativity and communication are essential to science itself. Read: https://ow.ly/X51R50YQLhy27 Apr 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkixo4ughv2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkls6skluo2hHealth systems depend on reliable access to blood, oxygen, and saline — but recent crises have exposed fragile supply chains. Our webinar series examines vulnerabilities and resilience strategies across these critical resources. Join us May 4: https://ow.ly/16Xl50YRhbx29 Apr 2026 00:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkls6skluo2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mklet74bw22f#AI, #digitalization, and #automation are reshaping how we move people and goods. A new publication from TRB explores how these technologies can transform #transportation systems. Learn more: https://ow.ly/kbfK50YRemc28 Apr 2026 20:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mklet74bw22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkjbptfeuh2aAs #ArtificialIntelligence advances, so do questions about its vulnerabilities. We brought together experts to examine threat models and defenses shaping #AISafety and #cybersecurity. Watch the full workshop: https://ow.ly/31QP50YQML328 Apr 2026 00:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkjbptfeuh2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkixo4ughv2kScience shapes our lives — but how often do we talk about how it connects to society? We spoke with 2024 SciComm Excellence award winner C. Brandon Ogbunu on why creativity and communication are essential to science itself. Read: https://ow.ly/X51R50YQLhy27 Apr 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkixo4ughv2khttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkgkjyo6go2hAs interest in sending humans to #Mars grows, a key question remains: how do we search for life without contaminating or being contaminated by it? Our report examines current #PlanetaryProtection guidelines and implications for key scientific objectives: https://ow.ly/omLe50YObBM26 Apr 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkgkjyo6go2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkdwpkphvz25Why are children underrepresented in research that affects their health? Our latest report highlights ongoing gaps in #ChildHealth research and the need to include children by default, with strong ethical safeguards. Explore other key takeaways: https://ow.ly/7CCG50YOagP25 Apr 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkdwpkphvz25https://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkbmxour6w2wA new study identifies additional diagnostic criteria for #ADHD that could help improve interventions: https://ow.ly/svNC50YOE7t Our recent publication summarizes challenges for diagnosing and treating #AdultADHD — including the impact of misdiagnosis and bias: https://ow.ly/G8Mm50YOE7k24 Apr 2026 23:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkbmxour6w2whttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mkb4alne2o2i#AI is rapidly reshaping how data informs decisions. On April 30, we’re convening experts to explore what this means for #FederalStatistics — from AI tools to workforce impacts. Register to attend: https://ow.ly/Um3g50YO7T824 Apr 2026 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkb4alne2o2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mk7d76yeu222#WorldBookDay highlights the power of knowledge to inform and inspire. We’ve published thousands of expert reports on science, engineering, and medicine — and most of them are free to read online. Explore: https://ow.ly/Bm8v50YO9oo24 Apr 2026 01:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk7d76yeu222https://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mk6igppagc2aBuilding a safer #GulfCoast takes bold ideas and sustained investment. We’ve awarded two $20M Gulf Futures Challenge prizes to projects focused on resilience, infrastructure, and community safety. Explore how these efforts aim to reduce risk: https://ow.ly/UVkv50YOC7X23 Apr 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk6igppagc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/nationalacademies.org/post/3mk4pf6ldh22aThe National Academy of Sciences' 163rd Annual Meeting (#NAS163) begins this Friday. Join us online to celebrate new NAS members and award winners, hear from outgoing President Marcia McNutt, and much more: https://ow.ly/8t3050YObNh23 Apr 2026 00:00 +0000at://did:plc:n63se73uov6hkfx2ugbfbjne/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4pf6ldh22a