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Three academies comprise The National Academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, the National Academy of Medicine (formerly the Institute of Medicine).

The three Academies work together as the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to provide independent, objective analysis and advice to the nation and conduct other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The National Academies also encourage education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science, engineering, and medicine.

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Publication

17 October 2022

Engaging socially vulnerable communities and communicating about climate change–related risks and hazards

This rapid expert consultation highlights how decision-makers can continuously engage with vulnerable communities, communicate risk and promote adaptation in the face of extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change.

Publication

10 September 2021

Enhancing community resilience through social capital and connectedness

On the theme of Social Capital and Social Connectedness for Resilience, the committee identified three topics as being particularly important for natural hazard mitigation and resilience: (1) inspiring communities to create and sustain social capi

Publication

27 July 2021

Addressing disaster vulnerability among homeless populations during COVID-19

This rapid expert consultation reviews research on disaster vulnerability, homelessness, the COVID-19 pandemic, and intersecting hazards and disasters.

Meetings and conferences

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15 July 2021

EVENT: Climate Security at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Join us for a conversation about the connections between climate change and security.

Publication

8 April 2021

Emergency evacuation and sheltering during the COVID-19 pandemic

Fundamental shifts in preparedness planning are needed to ensure health, safety, and smooth operations during emergencies in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Publication

22 March 2019

Building and measuring community resilience: actions for communities and the Gulf Research Program

The frequency and severity of disasters over the last few decades have presented unprecedented challenges for communities across the United States.

Publication

2 January 2019

Environmental engineering for the 21st century: Addressing grand challenges

This study outlines the crucial role for environmental engineers in this period of dramatic growth and change.

News

2 November 2017

Improving public safety in face of extreme weather and disasters

Though the ability to observe and predict extreme weather events has improved in the past decades, it is not always translated into advancements in protecting lives. Two new reports propose steps to improve public safety and resilience in the face of extreme weather, focusing on better alert systems and understanding of social and behavioural factors.