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National Weather Service Modernization

Oct. 12 -- The National Weather Service's program that modernized and restructured operations between 1989 and 2000 was a success and improved science and forecasts, says a new National Research Council report. (photo courtesy NOAA)

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    National Weather Service Modernization

    Oct. 12 -- The National Weather Service's program that modernized and restructured operations between 1989 and 2000 was a success and improved science and forecasts, says a new National Research Council report. (photo courtesy NOAA)

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    Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy for Brain Injury

    Oct. 11 -- Evidence points to potential roles for cognitive rehabilitation therapy in treating patients with traumatic brain injury, but further research is needed to clarify which are effective and for which patients, says a new Institute of Medicine report. (U.S. Army photo by Tech. Sgt. Dawn Price)

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    Two NAS Members Share 2011 Nobel in Economics

    Oct. 10 – National Academy of Sciences members Thomas J. Sargent and Christopher A. Sims have been awarded the 2011 Nobel Prize in Economics for their research on cause and effect in the macroeconomy. (left: Thomas J. Sargent, right: Christopher A. Sims; photos courtesy Nobelprize.org)

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    Balancing Essential Health Benefits’ Comprehensiveness and Affordability

    Oct. 6 – A new IOM report details criteria and methods to develop an essential health benefits package that covers many health care needs, is affordable, and promotes effective services. Read More | Webcast Audio | Webcast Slides

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Sustainability Video Watch a new video on a recent National Research Council report that presents a framework for incorporating sustainability into the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s principles and decision making.

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Early-Career Faculty Selected for NAE Symposium

NAE LogoSixty-five of the nation's most innovative, young engineering educators have been selected to take part in NAE's third Frontiers of Engineering Education symposium. Read the full list of participants.

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New NAS HomepageCheck out the National Academy of Sciences website’s new look. This portal to the Academy features a user-friendly design and easy-to-find information for NAS members and the general public.

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