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FAS is a non-profit membership organization that provides science-based analysis and policy recommendations to reduce threats to national and international security. It focuses on nuclear nonproliferation, preventing nuclear and radiological terrorism, improving safety and security in nuclear energy, and countering illicit trade in weapons and related materials. It communicates its findings through research reports, briefings, and public analysis to inform policymakers and the public, and it convenes experts from academia, government, and the non-profit sector. Its work includes tracking nuclear programs, illuminating government secrecy practices, and offering practical solutions to reduce the spread of weapons. It also recognizes scientists’ public policy contributions through annual awards. Founded in 1945 by Manhattan Project scientists, its goal is to reduce nuclear threats and prevent nuclear war.
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What believers are saying
- July 2026 heat agenda earned nearly 150 organizational and government endorsements.
- The February 12, 2026 Center for Regulatory Ingenuity expands FAS into governance reform.
- The July 21, 2026 collective bargaining agreement signals organizational stability and workforce legitimacy.
What critics are saying
- Policy influence depends on Washington uptake; ignored memos become vanity content by 2027.
- The July 2026 IAM contract raises fixed labor costs before revenue diversification.
- Mission sprawl across climate, AI, and nuclear risk dilutes authority and donor focus.
What makes FAS unique
- Founded in 1945 by Manhattan Project scientists, FAS owns unmatched nuclear-threat credibility.
- FAS spans nuclear risk, AI, bioeconomy, and state policy through dedicated centers.
- Its 2026 heat agenda and permitting memo convert research into implementation playbooks.
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Call for participants: Center for Regulatory Ingenuity local advisory council. ICLEI USA, in partnership with the Federation of American Scientists (FAS)' Center for Regulatory Ingenuity (CRI), is seeking local and regional elected officials and government staff to serve on a national advisory council supporting policy development and implementation. Outdated regulations, overly complicated processes, and underresourcing have hobbled governments' ability to tackle big challenges like climate change and to deliver on basic, everyday needs. It's not a failure of will - but of a regulatory regime that desperately needs a refresh. CRI is focused on reimagining the administrative state by combining ingenuity in both policy design and implementation. The Center's goal is to seed these new ideas with a cross-sector, transpartisan network of policymakers and advocates. This new advisory council will leverage the experience and perspectives of local and regional actors, providing practitioner feedback on policy development and implementation strategies and ensuring that CRI recommendations reflect the on-the-ground reality in communities. The council will focus broadly on issues related to climate, but specifically in the areas of: * Clean energy and electricity affordability * Housing supply and affordability * Transportation and mobility What Participants Will Do Council participants will: * Participate in four 90-minute virtual advisory meetings over the next nine months * Review and provide feedback on draft policy materials and white papers * Share implementation barriers and opportunities from their jurisdiction or professional experience * Brainstorm topics for future white papers and playbooks focused on policy and governance solutions from a local government perspective * Amplify publications and other materials from CRI in local and regional networks as relevant * Expand and connect networks of practitioners working on the policy priorities and solutions covered by the council Estimated time commitment: Approximately 5-7 hours per quarter for the remainder of the year. Who should apply. Iclei USA is seeking: * Local elected officials (mayors, councilmembers, commissioners, etc.) * Local government staff * Regional agency staff (MPOs, COGs, regional authorities) * Tribal government representatives Applicants must have experience in energy, housing, and/or transportation policy or implementation. You do not need to have expertise in all three to participate. A meaningful working knowledge of at least one or two areas is preferred. ICLEI USA aims to assemble a diverse advisory council that represents a range of geographies, jurisdictional sizes, and perspectives. Compensation. Participants may receive compensation in the form of:* * A personal stipend * A donation to a nonprofit * A payment to a government agency *subject to eligibility and organizational policies. How to apply. Complete the brief application form: Applications are due by Friday, May 8, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET and will be reviewed following the application period. For questions, contact: Alyssa Wilbur [email protected] 04/24/2026 04/22/2026 04/17/2026 04/13/2026
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 21: U.S. Secretary of Defense Peter Hegseth listens as U.S. President Donald. More Trump delivers remarks in the Oval Office of the White House on March 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump announced the Next Generation of Air Dominance (NGDA) program, the F-47, the sixth-generation high-tech Air Force fighter to succeed the F-22 Raptor. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Getty ImagesFretting about – and exaggerating – the military threat posed by China is a cottage industry in official Washington
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Join leaders in Boston on March 27 for an exclusive night of networking, insights, and conversation. Request an invite here. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is facing an internal crisis as staff members and scientists have threatened to resign over the anticipated appointment of Paul Christiano to a crucial position at the agency’s newly-formed US AI Safety Institute (AISI), according to at least two sources with direct knowledge of the situation, who asked to remain anonymous. Christiano, who is known for his ties to the effective altruism (EA) movement and its offshoot, longtermism (a view that prioritizes the long-term future of humanity, popularized by philosopher William MacAskill), was allegedly rushed through the hiring process without anyone knowing until today, one of the sources said. The appointment of Christiano, which was said to come directly from Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo (NIST is part of the US Department of Commerce) has sparked outrage among NIST employees who fear that Christiano’s association with EA and longtermism could compromise the institute’s objectivity and integrity.Many say EA — defined by the Center for Effective Altruism as an “intellectual project using evidence and reason to figure out how to benefit others as much as possible” — has turned into a cult-like group of highly influential and wealthy adherents (made famous by FTX founder and jailbird Sam Bankman-Fried) whose paramount concern revolves around preventing a future AI catastrophe from destroying humanity. Critics of the EA focus on this existential risk, or “x-risk,” say it is happening to the detriment of a necessary focus on current, measurable AI risks — including bias, misinformation, high-risk applications and traditional cybersecurity
This is a guest post by Jason Owen-Smith, professor of sociology at University of Michigan. A version of this article is republished from The Conversation via a Creative Commons license. The battle to keep the government open may feel just like the crisis of the month. But these fights pose immediate and long-term risks for the U.S. The federal government spends tens of billions of dollars every year to support fundamental scientific research that is mostly conducted at universities. For instance, the basic discoveries that made the COVID-19 vaccine possible stretch back to the early 1960s. Such research investments contribute to the health, wealth and well-being of society, support jobs and regional economies, and are vital to the U.S
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About FAS
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Government & Public Sector
Social Impact
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
null
Founded
1945
FAS is Hiring for 3 Jobs on Simplify!
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