Noteworthy new reports of the Congressional Research Service include the following (all pdf).
“U.S. Strategic and Defense Relationships in the Asia-Pacific Region,” January 22, 2007.
“Kinetic Energy Kill for Ballistic Missile Defense: A Status Overview,” updated January 5, 2007.
“Afghan Refugees: Current Status and Future Prospects,” January 26, 2007.
“Chemical Facility Security: Regulation and Issues for Congress,” January 31, 2007.
“Islamist Extremism in Bangladesh,” January 31, 2007.
Russia currently maintains nearly 5,460 nuclear warheads, with an estimated 1,718 deployed. This represents a slight decrease in total warheads from previous years but still positions Russia as the world’s largest nuclear power alongside the United States.
The stakes are high: how we manage this convergence will influence not only the pace of technological innovation but also the equity and sustainability of our energy future.
We’re launching an initiative to connect scientists, engineers, technologists, and other professionals who recently departed federal service with emerging innovation ecosystems across the country that need their expertise.
With wildfire risk increasing and the potential for destruction along with it continues to grow nationwide, the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) today joins with other organizations to launch a new coalition, Partners in Wildfire Prevention.