Policy Engagement & Advocacy,
Nonprofit Management
Jacob Robertson is a Senior Manager for the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) focused on supporting scientists and experts in federal policy development, advocacy, and implementation. He has successfully built and managed initiatives across member society relations, policy engagement, and science communications for nearly a decade. Prior to FAS, he served as a staffer for honors programs at the American Physical Society, where he is an active member and 2023 appointee to the Committee on Membership. He also served in roles to strengthen operational capacity at COMPASS Science Communications and the Global Council for Science and the Environment. Jacob received a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from Austin Peay State University and a Master of Science and Technology Policy degree from Arizona State University.
The next generation of nuclear energy deployment depends on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s willingness to use flexible hiring authorities to shape its workforce
Outside of loans, the federal government can do more to support the restart and ensure other nuclear plants continue generating clean baseload energy for as long as safely possible.
A just transition from coal to nuclear energy production requires developers to listen and respond to local communities’ concerns and needs through the process of planning, siting, licensing, design, construction, and eventual decommissioning.
Operation Warp Speed’s unique success is thanks to strong public-private partnerships, effective coordination, and structured leadership. Here’s how to replicate the OWS model for future success.
This month marks three years since the COVID pandemic took hold of nearly every aspect of American life. In a few more months (May 2023) the coronavirus public health emergency is set to conclude officially, following the Administration’s announcement to wind down the declarations. As the nation grapples with the tragedies and lasting effects of the pandemic, […]