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What happens when scientists and screenwriters get together to discuss the nature of consciousness? A recent event hosted by The Exchange & John Templeton Foundation shows how Hollywood glamor can be blended with profound explorations of science. Read more: ow.ly/gejj50T1kFR
With the dog days of summer coming to an end, we'd be remiss not to observe #NationalDogDay! To celebrate, we spoke with #NASmember Elaine Ostrander of National Human Genome Research Institute about her work to map the genomes of dogs and its implications for #CancerResearch: ow.ly/Jfen50T6TYw
How can athletes and communities adapt #Sports to a changing climate? Join National Academies tomorrow, 8/29 at 3:00pm ET for a #ClimateConversation exploring risks, health and equity challenges, and how to protect the future of sports: ow.ly/9I8L50T6Amv
How can we make paper more green? #NASmember Rodolphe Barrangou joins KCBS 106.9 FM/740 AM to talk about his research to develop gene-edited trees, which would make paper production easier, use less energy, and contribute less pollution. Listen: ow.ly/3Wbl50T6AwW
"Thriving as a scientist means thriving as a person. Be brave and show who you truly are – you may be surprised how positive the reaction could be." In a Technology Networks Q&A, #NASmember Giles Oldroyd opens up about his experiences as an LGBTQIA+ scientist: ow.ly/eUMn50TeHvO