Recent disasters have strained the Gulf’s ability to respond, argues Dr. Samantha Montano. Building capacity for local emergency management agencies and disaster research could help the region cope—and thrive. issues.org/gulf-mexico-di…

'The Limits of Data' is here. Tons more detail than this thread. Thanks to the folks at Issues in Science and Technology for encouraging me to write it!

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How can “a deliberate blend of ideas, talent, placemaking, partnerships, and investment” help build vibrant innovation ecosystems? Taylor Eighmy draws attention to several groups working to boost regional innovation and growth. issues.org/innovation-eco…

“Outer space is an alien environment that will expose and defy our unspoken assumptions and priorities,” writes Ryan Faith. “Philosophy gives us ways to frame and discuss them.” issues.org/aristotle-phil…

“We are now awash in satellite observations of Earth’s surface,” writes David Lobell, “yet we have still not realized the vision of real-time, public insight on food supply around the world.” issues.org/farmland-satel…

Although the rejected effort to delineate the #Anthropocene as a new geologic period was disheartening to many, Ritwick Ghosh believes it shouldn’t be considered a setback for #environmental policy. It is, rather, an opportunity to reflect and learn. issues.org/farewell-anthr…

As #AI tools are increasingly used by government for applications that could upend people’s lives, Merve Hickok & Evanna Hu argue that it’s time to set strict procurement requirements on this transformative technology. issues.org/government-pro…

In the interview for our new Spring 2024 issue, computer scientist & “godmother of AI” Fei-Fei Li explains why artificial intelligence & public life are at an inflection point—and contemplates how to unleash positive changes while mitigating risks. issues.org/interview-godm…

Data is inherently limited, C Thi Nguyen writes. “And these limitations aren’t accidents. They are built into the core of what data is. The methodology of data requires leaving out some of our more sensitive and dynamic ways of understanding the world.” Read: issues.org/limits-of-data…

How do universities contribute to regional economic growth? WPI President Grace J. Wang outlines the critical connections between innovation, education, research, and business in an article for Issues in Science and Technology. Issues in Science and Technology issues.org/innovation-ste…

10 years - that's how long we've been funding interdisciplinary #energy research. Since 2014, we've awarded ~$107 M across 300+ grants. What is the role of philanthropy in moving the #EnergyTransition forward? Our program leaders are in Issues in Science and Technology today:
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In Issues in Science and Technology, Emily Howell Science Communication Lab & I reflect on the Societal Experts Action Network (SEAN) that united funders, academics, & community leaders during the pandemic. We need continued support for #civicscience collabs like this, even outside of crisis bit.ly/48C5uHz

Loving this year’s #AAASmtg swag so far 👩🏻‍🔬 #scipol
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Highly recommend visiting Lisa Margonelli and the crew Issues in Science and Technology in the Expo Space upstairs at Booth 103 AAAS Annual Meeting #AAASmtg . Lots to read, plenty of swag, and a survey on who does #scipol : asu.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?t…

sad to miss AAAS #AAASmtg this year, but #scipol followers - check out this session list by ESEP Coalition for a cheat sheet on where to be!

You'll find Erin Heath Tobin L. Smith National Science Policy Network (NSPN) The Science Network Journal of Science Policy & Governance (JSPG) Issues in Science and Technology Sarah Rovito there!

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Arizona State University alum and NASA program executive within the Science Mission Directorate joins Issues in Science and Technology to discuss space ethics, his professional career and more. Read on — ow.ly/8x1N50QzJnk

In a recent Issues in Science and Technology essay, Arizona State University president Michael Crow and National Academy of Sciences president Marcia McNutt argue that scientists and elected officials need to work together to advance #ScienceCommunication and education to address #misinformation .

Read: ow.ly/iykv50QzJNj

Why we need to start seeing AI as a 'public problem' rather than a technical one, via USC Center on Generative AI & Society Co-director Mike Ananny

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My story for Issues in Science and Technology highlights efforts to predict the beast known as the Loop Current which shapes oil drilling, hurricanes & fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico.

Thx to Russel L. Honore' for my favorite quote ever.
'You don't ass around with the loop.'
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