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A study committee appointed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will conduct an assessment of the effectiveness of the U.S. Coast Guard's oversight of recognized organizations (ROs) and its impact on compliance and on the safety of vessels inspected by such organizations. This is a closed session involving the committee members and
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Space is increasingly critical to modern life on Earth. However, there is growing concern that as space becomes more economically and strategically important, tensions between different space actors could lead to conflict. Such a conflict could have devastating consequences for humankind. Over the past year, several countries have carried out tests of counterspace technology, as |
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The tenth meeting of the Committee on Merits and Viability of Different Nuclear Fuel Cycles and Technology Options and the Waste Aspects of Advanced Nuclear Reactors will hear from experts on Generation IV and sodium fast-cooled reactors, aqueous separations, back-end fuel cycle issues, waste management and treatment, and a panel of utility executives. The committee welcomes input
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A virtual meeting of the Committee on Risk Analysis Methods for Nuclear War and Nuclear Terrorism will be held 28 Sep 2021. This meeting is closed to the public. This project will examine the use of analytical methods to assess the risks of nuclear terrorism and nuclear war and the role such approaches may play |
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The Transportation Research Board will meet on 29 September 2021 in a closed session. This NASEM committee will review plans and activities to inform government and industry decisions about the transportation of liquefied natural gas by rail and consider ways to ensure the continued safety of these shipments over the longer-term. The committee's review will |
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The EMS World Expo will take place October 4-8, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. This 5 days of hands-on workshops, expertly led classes, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a chance to tour the largest EMS-dedicated exhibit hall in the world. Highlighted courses and sessions include: Mass Vaccination Clinic: Mobilizing Your EMS Agency Comms Help in Crisis: Meet
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High energy density (HED) physics has critical applications in areas such as inertial confinement fusion and the stewardship of the nation’s nuclear weapons stockpile. The Committee on the Assessment of High Energy Density (HED) Science is hosting panels to collect input during an open-session, along with closed-sessions to deliberate on process, input gathering, and writing.
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Nuclear reactors can provide low-carbon energy, and advanced nuclear technologies could play an important role in moving the United States towards a zero-carbon future. Next-generation nuclear reactors have the potential to be smaller, safer, less expensive to build, and better integrated with the modern grid. However, the technical, economic, and regulatory outlook for these technologies |
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Georgia State University will host a webcast lecture featuring Laetitia Bader, Horn of Africa Director at Human Rights Watch on the "Conflict in the Horn of Africa: What You Need to Know" on 7 October 2021. The event is open to the public. What countries make up the Horn of Africa? What are the major ongoing conflicts |
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This will be the ninth meeting of the Committee on Enhancing the U.S. Chemical Economy. It is planned to be closed in its entirety. This study will aim to examine strategies for fundamental research investments in the chemical sciences to sustain and enhance the economic activity. Support will be provided by a team of researchers, |
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The Association of the United States Army’s AUSA 2021 Annual Meeting & Exposition will be held 11-13 October 2021 in Washington, D.C. This event largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America and draws more than 30,000 attendees and 650+ exhibitors. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to |
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This side event to the UN First Committee will contribute to informed discussion on today’s broad nuclear challenges: consolidating the non-use of nuclear weapons, recrafting strategic arms control for the 21st century, and revitalizing pursuit of nuclear disarmament. It will engage some of the participants in the dialogue for their reflections on the discussions, their
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Sponsored by DBASSE and Issues in Science and Technology magazine, the 2021 Henry and Bryna David lecture will feature Dr. Michael A. Méndez, assistant professor of environmental planning and policy at the University of California, Irvine. As climate change advances, communities across the United States are adapting to the increased threat of wildfires. Such disasters |
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Competitive dynamics between the United States and the Russian Federation, and the United States and China, colours interpretations of each other’s national security strategies and nuclear doctrines. The intent that each projects onto the other (for instance, around lowered thresholds of nuclear use, or the pursuit of escalation dominance) then filters into their readings of |
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The National Academies’ Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board is planning for two webinars on radiation health: On October 19, 12-2 PM (ET) on cardiovascular effects at low doses of radiation. On October 20, 12-2 PM (ET) on radon health effects. The webinars will be part of the Gilbert W. Beebe Webinar Series. Agenda and registration
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Natural hazards, from hurricanes to earthquakes, too often become disasters that wreak havoc on transportation systems. The Transportation Research Board will host a webinar on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM Eastern to discuss transportation systems resilience, which is the ability to prepare for and adapt to changing conditions and to withstand |
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The National Academies' third meeting of the committee conducting the Review of the Continued Analysis of Supplemental Treatment of Low-Activity Waste at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation will convene in 20-21 Oct 2021 and in closed session on 22 Oct. Section 3125 of the FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) calls for a national labs team |
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Destructive fires at the wildland-urban interface (WUI) have burned thousands of acres of residential space in recent years. This study will convene experts to examine the chemical processes that occur during urban wildfires, the identity of resulting chemicals, and what is known about human exposure pathways. The committee will also identify challenges in data collection |
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The committee on Safe Transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas by Railroad Tank Car, part of the Transportation Research Board, will meet on 27 October 2021 in a closed session. This is the 5th Session of Phase II review. Background: An ad hoc committee appointed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will review, |
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This is the fourth meeting of the National Science, Technology, and Security Roundtable. The Roundtable is a neutral venue where individuals from the national intelligence and law enforcement communities can meet with representatives from industry and the academic research community to discuss current threats, benefits, and potential risks. Members and speakers will continue their discussion from the last
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Destructive fires at the wildland-urban interface (WUI) have burned thousands of acres of residential space in recent years. This study will convene experts to examine the chemical processes that occur during urban wildfires, the identity of resulting chemicals, and what is known about human exposure pathways. The committee will also identify challenges in data collection and potential knowledge gaps. The |
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