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Framework to Guide Development of New Science Ed Standards

July 19 – A National Research Council report presents a new framework for K-12 science education that identifies the key scientific ideas and practices all students should learn by the end of high school. Watch Video of Briefing

  • NEW REPORT

    Framework to Guide Development of New Science Ed Standards

    July 19 – A National Research Council report presents a new framework for K-12 science education that identifies the key scientific ideas and practices all students should learn by the end of high school. Watch Video of Briefing

  • NEW REPORT

    Additional Preventive Health Services for Women Recommended

    July 19 - A new Institute of Medicine report identifies eight preventive health services for women that would fill gaps in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' comprehensive list of preventive services. Listen to the Briefing (photo ©Medioimages/Photodisc/Thinkstock)

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    Safe and Effective Health Care
    in the Home

    July 18 – Steps are needed to ensure that medical devices used in the home are safe and easy-to-use and that caregivers are well-trained, says a new National Research Council report. (photo ©iStockphoto/Thinkstock )

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    Millions of Americans Lack Access to Essential Oral Health Care

    July 13 -- "Persistent and systemic" barriers limit access to oral health care for millions in U.S., says a new report by the Institute of Medicine and National Research Council. Read more | Watch Webcast (photo ©Hemera/Thinkstock)

Site Highlights

Data Forum Watch videos of the Health Data Initiative Forum, held June 9 by the Institute of Medicine and Department of Health and Human Services to accelerate momentum for innovative uses of data to improve health.

The Bridge Now available, the summer issue of NAE’s The Bridge is devoted to changing the conversation about engineering and engaging young people to make a difference as future engineers.

©Photodisc/Getty ImagesThe Research Council offers competitive awards for graduate, postdoctoral, and senior-level research in U.S. government laboratories and affiliated institutions. The next deadline for applications is Aug. 1.

Transportation Research Board LogoTRB is accepting papers for consideration as part of its annual meeting program and for publication in the Transportation Research Record. The deadline to submit is Aug. 1.

For Teachers and Students

Photo: ©CreatasCheck out the various resources from the National Academies on improving education at all levels, promoting scientific and technological literacy, and preparing citizens for a world that increasingly depends on science and technology.

Featured Booklet

Drinking Water Booklet CoverThe summer is a scorcher, and thoughts turn to cool glasses of water and swimming pools. Learn more about a precious resource we often take for granted in Drinking Water: Understanding the Science and Policy Behind a Critical Resource.
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