Science Policy Digest: October 2024

FYI: Science Policy News from AIP MONTHLY DIGEST October 2024 Science Policy Digest: October 2024 Articles The Department of the Treasury seal. US Treasury Restricts Investment in Chinese Quantum Industry OCT 30, 2024 The rule is the latest in a string of restrictions targeting strategic technologies. Jake Sullivan 2024 October Briefing WHITE HOUSI Biden Sets Priorities for Applications of AI to National Security OCT 25, 2024 The directive creates guardrails for the safe use of AI by government agencies involved in national security and intelligence work. The South Pole Station illuminated by a red service light with the green laser generated by the TELMA Lidar in the background. Science Committee Seeks Stronger Anti-Harassment Measures in NSF Antarctic Contract OCT 24, 2024 A bipartisan letter from the committee sharply criticizes the agency’s handling of sexual assault and harassment at its Antarctic facilities. National Science Board members seated at a meeting. New Members Join National Science Board OCT 22, 2024 The National Science Board will gain eight new members, including former OSTP Director Alondra Nelson. Pages from the National Defense Education Act of 1958 Science Leaders Prepare Pitch for National Defense Education Act 2.0 OCT 18, 2024 Plans for a national STEM talent strategy modeled on the National Defense Education Act of 1958 are taking shape. Tech illustration of AI on a Tablet Scientists Turn to AI While Lawmakers Consider Guidelines OCT 17, 2024 As the government grapples with regulating AI, researchers are experimenting with their own validation methods. A depiction of the Sun's magnetic fields. Space Weather Sectors Need Better Data, Survey Finds OCT 10, 2024 The report identifies needs across sectors such as research, space traffic control, and emergency management. Weekly Newsletters A liquid carbon dioxide tank Week of October 28, 2024 OCT 28, 2024 - Geoengineering research ethics framework offered by AGU - Isotope supply risks flagged - Changes proposed to NSF merit review process The North Anna Power Station in Virginia. Week of October 21, 2024 OCT 21, 2024 - Small reactors gain support - NSF board vacancies filled - NASA reviewing cheaper concepts for Mars Sample Return An anechoic chamber Week of October 14, 2024 OCT 14, 2024 - National spectrum plan released - NDEA 2.0 coming into focus - Storms delay Europa Clipper Wilson Hall Fermilab.jpg Week of October 7, 2024 OCT 07, 2024 - DOE expands Fermilab management team - Sequel to National Defense Education Act floated - OSTP promotes integrity policy updates Selected Legislative Updates Congress has been in recess since Sept. 27. S. 2228: Building Chips in America Act Signed into law on Oct. 2. H.R. 9908: Strengthening Wildfire Resiliency Through Satellites Act Introduced in the House on Oct. 1. Selected Leadership Updates bindu-nair-flag.jpg Bindu Nair Bindu Nair, the former director for basic research at DOD, moved to DOE this month to lead its Office of Basic Energy Sciences on Oct. 20. Mike Kincaid Portrait Mike Kincaid Mike Kincaid will retire as head of NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement on Nov. 30. Kris Brown will serve as acting head once Kincaid leaves. sarah-kapnick-official.jpg Sarah Kapnick Sarah Kapnick left her role as chief scientist at NOAA and is now the head of climate advisory at JPMorgan Chase. union.svg © 2024. American Institute of Physics