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A Closer Look at China’s Missile Silo Construction

What’s underneath the shelters over China’s suspected silo construction sites? Image © 2021 Maxar Technologies After the discovery during the summer of what appears to be at least three vast…

11.02.21 | 13 min read
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Environment
day one project
Policy Memo
Pathways to Net-zero Soil Loss by 2050

The current administration should announce its intention to achieve net-zero soil loss by 2050. This target aligns with President Biden’s plan to “mount a historic, whole-of-Government-approach to combating climate change,”…

11.01.21 | 21 min read
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Emerging Technology
day one project
Policy Memo
Technical Talent Strategies to Build Capacity, Accelerate Priorities, and Drive Change

Summary The Biden-Harris Administration is confronting multiple challenges that require a coordinated, innovative, and flexible response by the federal government. The recently released FY22 President’s budget sets a solid foundation…

10.25.21 | 1 min read
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FAS
Press release
FAS Welcomes Expanded Leadership in Science, Technology, Education, & Talent

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) is excited to announce the expansion of its senior leadership team as the organization enters an ambitious new chapter of science…

10.12.21 | 2 min read
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Global Risk
Report
What Is the Sole Purpose of U.S. Nuclear Weapons?

Read the full report PDF here. Summary Prior to assuming office, President Biden indicated that he would establish that “the sole purpose of our nuclear arsenal is to deter—and, if…

09.16.21 | 7 min read
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