Although more women than men participate in higher education in the United States, the same is not true when it comes to pursuing careers in science and engineering. To Recruit and Advance: Women Stud
The security of the U.S. commercial aviation system has been a growing concern since the 1970's when the hijacking of aircraft became a serious problem. Over that period, federal aviation officials ha
"The demand for health care is growing as the nation ages and seeks to provide coverage for the millions of Americans who lack health insurance. At the same time, escalating costs have led to a variet
Almost all homes, apartments, and commercial buildings will experience leaks, flooding, or other forms of excessive indoor dampness at some point. Not only is excessive dampness a health problem by it
Careers in Science and Engineering offers guidance to students on planning careers -- particularly careers in nonacademic settings -- and discusses how to obtain the education and skills necessary to
"The Childhood Immunization Schedule and Safety: Stakeholder Concerns, Scientific Evidence, and Future Studies reviews scientific findings and stakeholders concerns related to the safety of the recomm
"The transportation sector cannot continue on its current path: The volatility of oil prices threatens the U.S. economy, the large proportion of oil importation threatens U.S. energy security, and the
Expanding on the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, this new book provides current best practices for animal care and use and discusses how the regulations and guidelines provided by t
Produced under the direction of a committee of the Center for Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Education, this guide for teachers attempts to provide an understanding of the concept of teaching "
The field of occupational health and safety constantly changes, especially as it pertains to biomedical research. New infectious hazards are of particular importance at nonhuman-primate facilities. Fo
On June 15, 2011, the Air Force Space Command established a new vision, mission, and set of goals to ensure continued U.S. dominance in space and cyberspace mission areas. Subsequently, and in coordin
"Medical devices that are deemed to have a moderate risk to patients generally cannot go on the market until they are cleared through the FDA 510(k) process. In recent years, individuals and organizat
The book provides details on carbohydrates, fiber, dietary fats and fatty acids, energy, protein and amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, while also reviewing the importance of adequate amounts of wat
Originally published in 1991 and now released in paperback, Infectious Diseases of Mice and Rats is a must read for all researchers who use these lab animals. It provides practical suggestions for bre
Reports the findings and recommendations of a study sponsored by the National Research Council's Board on Radioactive Waste Management to address the ongoing challenges faced by national programs resp
Many coastal areas of the U.S. are at risk for tsunamis. This report by The National Research Council's Committee on the Review of the Tsunami Warning and Forecast System, concludes that while progres
This report lays out strategies for designing a national medical and health care data system. It recommends a reformulation of the economic accounting of inputs and outputs, and the development of a d
In 1988 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed two endemic fishes of the upper Klamath River basin of Oregon and California, the sucker and the Lost River sucker, as endangered under the federal En
"[This book] identifies grand challenges for the corrosion research community, highlights research opportunities in corrosion science and engineering, and posits a national strategy for corrosion rese
The growing importance of information technology highlights the importance of nonfuel minerals in underpinning the US economy. This study, conducted by the National Research Council's Committee on Cri
Even though social science research has contributed greatly to society's ability to mitigate & adapt to natural & technological disasters, Hurricane Katrina, the Indian Ocean tsunami, & th
Funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, this report was written to assist the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency in its efforts to develop more effective, flexible explosive and bomb detectio
"In 1998, the National Science Foundation (NSF) launched a program of Grants for Vertical Integration of Research and Education in the Mathematical Sciences (VIGRE). These grants were designed for ins
Prompted by concerns that research into biological select agents and toxins can be utilized to carry out attacks such as the 2001 anthrax attacks, this report has been produced by a National Research
"Energy touches our lives in countless ways and its costs are felt when we fill up at the gas pump, pay our home heating bills, and keep businesses both large and small running. There are long-term co
"The U.S. military forces currently face a nontraditional threat from insurgents and terrorists who primarily employ improvised explosive devices, and have shown a cycle of adaptation of less than 12
Marine environments support the livelihoods, economies, and quality of life for communities around the world. But growth of coastal populations and increasing demands on marine resources are putting t
