About the National AcademiesThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are the nation's pre-eminent source of high-quality, objective advice on science, engineering, and health matters. Most of our work is conducted through seven major program areas: Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education, Earth and Life Studies, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Health and Medicine, Policy and Global Affairs, Transportation Research Board, and the Gulf Research Program.National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and MedicineNASEM_e19dc166-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and the world. Our work helps shape sound policies, inform public opinion, and advance the pursuit of science, engineering, and medicine.President LincolnTo meet the government's urgent need for an independent adviser on scientific matters, President Lincoln signed a congressional charter forming the National Academy of Sciences in 1863 to "investigate, examine, experiment, and report upon any subject of science."National Research CouncilAs science began to play an ever-increasing role in national priorities and public life, the National Academy of Sciences eventually expanded to include the National Research Council in 1916, the National Academy of Engineering in 1964, and the National Academy of Medicine, which was established in 1970 as the Institute of Medicine.National Academy of EngineeringNational Academy of MedicineMarcia McNuttPresident of the National Academy of Sciences, and Chair, National Research CouncilC. D. (Dan) Mote Jr.President of the National Academy of Engineering, and Vice Chair, National Research CouncilVictor J. DzauPresident of the National Academy of Medicine, and Vice Chair, National Research CouncilAcademy MembersOur Academy members are among the world's most distinguished scientists, engineers, physicians, and researchers; more than 300 members are Nobel laureates. Members are elected in recognition of outstanding achievements, and membership is considered a high honor.Federal GovernmentThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine do not receive direct appropriations from the federal government, although many of our activities are mandated and funded by Congress and federal agencies. Our work extends well beyond fulfilling federal government requests, however.CongressFederal AgenciesFoundationsFoundations, state governments, the private sector, and philanthropy from individuals enable us to address critical issues on behalf of the nation.State GovernmentsPrivate SectorPhilanthropistsHigh-quality, objective advice on science, engineering, and health matters._e19dc3a0-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74To investigate, examine, experiment, and report upon any subject of science._e19dc4f4-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74ReportsPublish reports addressing some of society's toughest challenges._e19dc602-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b741ScientistsEngineersHealth ProfessionalsEach year more than 6,000 of the world's foremost scientists, engineers, and health professionals volunteer their time to address some of society's toughest challenges by serving on the hundreds of study committees that are convened to answer specific sets of questions. Our peer-reviewed reports present the evidence-based consensus of these committees of experts._e19dc6c0-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74GatheringsConvene conferences, workshops, symposia, forums, roundtables, and other gatherings._e19dc76a-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b742Finest Minds in AcademiaFinest Minds in the Public SectorFinest Minds in the Private SectorThroughout any given year, we convene hundreds of conferences, workshops, symposia, forums, roundtables, and other gatherings that attract the finest minds in academia and the public and private sectors. These venues for discussion and debate are essential for allowing the scientific process to unfold. Published proceedings chronicle the presentations and discussions that take place at these activities._e19dc81e-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74Publications_e19dc8dc-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b743JournalsPublish the latest scientific findings on a wide range of topics._e19dc9cc-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b743.1Our prestigious journals -- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, ILAR [Institute for Laboratory Animal Research] Journal, and Transportation Research Record -- publish the latest scientific findings on a wide range of topics.Magazines & Other PublicationsCover critical issues of science, technology, and health._e19dca62-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b743.2We also produce a host of other magazines and publications that cover critical issues of science, technology, and health.International ActivitiesBridge cultural differences._e19dcb02-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b744Science, engineering, and medicine are truly international endeavors that bridge cultural differences. Learn more about our international partnerships, projects, and activities._e19dcb98-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74Education & OutreachMake sure every American is scientifically and technologically literate and able to make informed decisions._e19dcc2e-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b745We are committed to making sure that every American is scientifically and technologically literate and able to make informed decisions. We offer a variety of opportunities from grade school to grad school and beyond that are designed to ensure lifelong learning, promote research across disciplines, and engage the public in a deeper understanding of science._e19dccd8-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b74RecognitionReward exemplary professional achievements._e19dcd6e-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b746Each year the Academies present a number of prestigious awards to encourage and reward exemplary professional achievements._e19dce0e-2733-11e8-84a4-270bc6e01b742018-03-13http://www.nationalacademies.org/about/?_ga=2.163643834.460503057.1520907194-532946520.1520907194OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net