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Tracking AI Provisions in FY 2024 Appropriations Bills

As Congress moves forward with the appropriations process, both the House and Senate have proposed various provisions related to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) across different spending bills.

11.13.23 | 3 min read
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Education & Workforce
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The Missing Data for Systemic Improvements to U.S. Public School Facilities

Across the U.S., public schools lack the resources to track their facilities and operations, resulting in missed opportunities to ensure equitable access to high quality learning environments.

11.07.23 | 4 min read
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Global Risk
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Biden Administration Decides To Build A New Nuclear Bomb to Get Rid Of An Old Bomb

[UPDATED] The Biden administration has decided to add a new nuclear gravity bomb to the US arsenal. The bomb will be known as the B61-13.

10.27.23 | 8 min read
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Clean Energy
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Geothermal is having a moment. Here’s how the Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation can make sure it lasts.

Despite the hype, the uptake of geothermal energy is still relatively low, with only 0.4% of U.S. electricity generated by geothermal.

10.26.23 | 6 min read
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What Works in Boston, Won’t Necessarily Work in Birmingham: 4 Pragmatic Principles for Building Commercialization Capacity in Innovation Ecosystems

Successful commercialization efforts have now grown across the country, but what do they have in common, and why do they work? Our experts weigh in.

10.24.23 | 12 min read
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Environment
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How Permitting Reform Can Unlock Clean Energy Development

“Permitting reform” may not sound sexy, but it is critical if the federal government wants to meet its clean energy and climate goals.

10.23.23 | 3 min read
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Global Risk
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Upgrade Underway for Russian Silos to Receive New Sarmat ICBM

New satellite imagery shows that preparations to deploy Russia’s new Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile are well underway.

10.19.23 | 4 min read
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Global Risk
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Strategic Posture Commission Report Calls for Broad Nuclear Buildup

In contrast to the Biden administration’s Nuclear Posture Review, the Congressionally-mandated Strategic Posture Commission report is a full-throated embrace of a U.S. nuclear build-up.

10.12.23 | 13 min read
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Environment
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Big Issues for Science Policy in a Challenging World: A Conversation with Dr. Alondra Nelson

“If you want your science to have an impact, you should find ways to elevate the visibility of your findings among policymakers.”

10.11.23 | 4 min read
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Emerging Technology
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AI in Action: Recommendations for AI Policy in Health, Education, and Labor

Responsible governance is crucial to harnessing the immense benefit promised by AI. Here are recommendations for advancing ethical, high-impact AI with thoughtful oversight.

10.05.23 | 7 min read
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Emerging Technology
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Wins, Gaps, & Looking Forward in the U.S. Bioeconomy

September should be bioeconomy month. To celebrate, we took our experts to the Hill to share their research and recommendations with Congress.

10.04.23 | 4 min read
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Education & Workforce
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Putting the fun in fundamental: how playful learning improves children’s outcomes

Children are born ready to play and explore the world around them – education policy should nurture this curiosity, not stifle it.

10.03.23 | 8 min read
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