Systems for Providing Protection from Inhalation Hazards Should Extend to the Public and Broader Groups of Workers, Says New Report
The COVID-19 pandemic and more frequent wildfires have highlighted the need for respiratory protection for the public and all types of workers, including essential and gig economy workers. A new report recommends frameworks to ensure both groups receive timely access to appropriate respiratory protective devices and guidance on their effective use. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 10, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
New Report Recommends Renewed Us-federal Investment in Chemical Engineering Directed to the Energy Transition Medical Advances and Other Challenges
To maintain U.S. global leadership and meet societal challenges — including generating medical advances, furthering the energy transition, and making food and water safer and more sustainable — new investments, collaborations, and educational practices in the chemical engineering field are needed. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 9, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
As New Variants of the Coronavirus Emerge, Reaching the Vaccine-Hesitant Takes on New Urgency
As the omicron variant of the coronavirus sweeps through the U.S. and other parts of the world — and with the possibility of emerging new variants looming — building confidence in vaccines has become even more important. How can knowledge from the social sciences inform effective communication around vaccines? (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 4, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Patients as ‘First Responders’ — What COVID-19 Teaches Us About Timely Diagnosis
COVID-19 has offered several lessons about improving diagnosis — from expanding testing availability, to making at-home testing easier, to empowering people with data. At a recent workshop, experts discussed how to apply these lessons to the diagnosis of other health conditions. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 3, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
New Report Reviews VA Monograph on Economic Impact and Cost-Effectiveness of Service and Emotional Support Dogs for Veterans with PTSD
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine released a final report today reviewing the second draft of a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) monograph, The Economic Impact and Cost Effectiveness of Service Dogs for Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, which assesses the economic impact and cost-effectiveness of programs involving trained service dogs or emotional support dogs and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 1, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Traumatic Brain Injury Categories Should Be Updated and Personalized to Better Guide Patient Care, Says New Report
Every year, nearly 5 million Americans are evaluated for traumatic brain injury (TBI). But many individuals and their caregivers don’t get needed follow-up support after initial injury. A new report recommends structural changes to improve TBI research and care over the next decade. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - February 1, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Biodiversity at Risk — New Booklet
Biodiversity — the rich variety of living things that support and sustain life on Earth — is facing grave threats. A new booklet provides an easy-to-read overview, examining the causes of biodiversity loss and presenting actions that can be taken to stop this decline. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 27, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Selected Events in February 2023
“Reports & Events” is a monthly tip sheet for the news media that highlights selected meetings of interest and reports from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 27, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Reports & Events Monthly Calendar - February 2022
“Reports & Events” is a monthly tip sheet for the news media that highlights selected meetings of interest and reports from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 26, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Safe Passage for Scientists - Evacuating Scientists and Engineers from Afghanistan
When the Taliban captured Kabul last year, a group of scientists and engineers with ties to the National Academies were desperately seeking a way out of Afghanistan. During a recent webinar, Vaughan Turekian recounted the effort to get these scientists and their families to safety. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 26, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
National Academies Partner with Chan Zuckerberg Initiative on New Grant Program to Recognize and Further Leadership by Biomedical Researchers Who Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The National Academies are partnering with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to administer a new funding opportunity that aims to recognize and further the leadership and scientific accomplishments of excellent biomedical researchers who — through outreach, mentoring, and teaching — have a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their fields. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 26, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
National Academies ’ Gulf Research Program Announces Six Early-Career Research Fellows Focused on Offshore Energy Safety
Six scientists have been selected for the Offshore Energy Safety track of the Early-Career Research Fellowship (ECRF), announced the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 20, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Dr. Carlotta Arthur Named New Executive Director of Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education at National Academies
Following a national search, Carlotta M. Arthur will join the National Academies as the new executive director of the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education on Feb. 14. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 19, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Technoscientific Research - A Missing Term in R & D Discourse
In a new NAE Perspective, Venkatesh Narayanamurti reflects on the need for more effective R&D funding, especially in technoscientific research, a key engine of innovation. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 18, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
Promoting Health Equity in Cancer Care — ‘It’s Time to Declare Disparities Intolerable’
Equitable cancer care starts with prevention and reaching people well before they become patients. Panelists at a recent workshop discussed how cancer centers can weave health equity into everything they do, from creating jobs to helping survivors manage treatment side effects. (Source: News from the National Academies)
Source: News from the National Academies - January 18, 2022 Category: Science Source Type: news
