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Federation of American Scientists (FAS) Applauds Biden-Harris Administration’s Tech Hub Designations in 31 Communities Across the Country, Spurring Regional Science and Technology Entrepreneurship

Tech Hub designation, from the bipartisan CHIPS & Science Act, will play a role in tomorrow’s economic strength and resiliency, says the Federation. Washington, DC – October 23, 2023 –…

10.23.23 | 3 min read
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Education & Workforce
Issue Brief
Increasing Students Opportunity-to-Learn Through Better Data Systems

Research shows that giving students equitable opportunities to learn requires access to key inputs. These include, at a minimum: access to qualified, experienced, in-field, and effective teachers; a rich curriculum;…

10.23.23 | 7 min read
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Environment
Issue Brief
Moving the Nation: The Role of Federal Policy in Promoting Physical Activity

Physical activity is one of the most powerful tools for promoting health and wellbeing. Movement is not only medicine—effective at treating a range of physical and mental health conditions—but it…

10.19.23 | 7 min read
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Global Risk
Blog
Upgrade Underway for Russian Silos to Receive New Sarmat ICBM

New satellite imagery shows that preparations to deploy Russia’s new RS-28 Sarmat (SS-29) intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) are well underway. However, the imagery also indicates that President Putin’s claims of…

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

On October 12th, the Strategic Posture Commission released its long-awaited report on U.S. nuclear policy and strategic stability. The 12-member Commission was hand-picked by Congress in 2022 to conduct a…

10.12.23 | 13 min read
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