Halloween is also #DarkMatterDay! 🎃🌌 Celebrate the invisible forces that shape our universe with @zacksavitsky.bsky.social, @clairelamman.bsky.social, and @sanjanacurtis.bsky.social. Studying the origins, elements, and mysteries of the cosmos — connects us all: youtu.be/xbrom_qFwsA #scicomm 💫

Cosmology: Our Quest to Understand the Universe

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How can research on how students learn science, math, and engineering improve teaching and student success? Join us for a workshop on the state of discipline-based education research after a decade from our landmark DBER report. Register: https://ow.ly/lZC850XiGxz

📢 Don’t miss the @srcdorg.bsky.social webinar on 10/1 presenting our recent report The Future of Youth Development. Learn how to strengthen #OutofSchool Time programs to better support #youth nationwide. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/fY65wQm

Back to school means new opportunities for discovery. Our guide, Rise and Thrive with Science, supports PK–5 teachers with strategies to build engaging, welcoming #science classrooms. Explore: buff.ly/DRX4Xc7

Engineering is increasingly central to #STEM education. Our report outlines strategies and professional needs for effectively integrating #engineering into teaching practice. Explore the insights here: buff.ly/z5hNNYP

The Framework for K–12 Science Education set a vision for modern science learning — one that prepares students to think like scientists. See how the National Academies is helping put that vision into practice: buff.ly/O1n4W97

Land-grant universities vary widely in size, capacity, and funding with which to realize their mission of serving the public good through #HigherEducation. Our new report explores how to enhance impact and collaboration in the land-grant system: buff.ly/2eDSV7T

While the internet has transformed our daily lives, its use involves a myriad of security challenges. Math plays an essential role in protecting users against evolving threats on the internet. Check out our resource for math educators and classrooms: buff.ly/a97W7vU

Join the Committee on Education for Thriving in a Changing Climate for a workshop on September 8-9 that will look at learning ecosystems, workforce opportunities, state-level policies, and more. Register now! buff.ly/2fmV1GN

Our report’s insights on trauma‑informed and #student‑centered approaches to #active‑shooter drills was recently featured in @edweek.org! Read the article to learn what schools can do to protect both safety and mental well‑being. buff.ly/DmbYkC6

Public research universities and institutions have been innovating to expand their engagement with the public and support collaborations across sectors. Join us on August 28 for a session on supporting public engagement with #science: buff.ly/iErIofH

As #ClimateChange intensifies, many employers are exploring ways to integrate resiliency and adaptability skills into their workforces. Explore how to prepare learners for careers that support climate solutions at our August 22 @climate.nationalacademies.org webinar: buff.ly/qHDO6X2

📘New Report: School #ActiveShooter Drills: Mitigating Risks to Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health. This report offers clear, evidence-based steps to regulate drills and protect #students and staff. 🔗 buff.ly/AeFmwVW

Complex societal challenges require innovative approaches. Engaged #research involves collaborating with various stakeholders to help identify evidence needs, integrate broad expertise, and apply findings toward shared goals. Learn more: buff.ly/yF13JXG

Join us on August 13 at 1–2 PM ET for the release of a new report on #activeshooter drills and their impact on K–12 #mentalhealth. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/gxTSjVw

💥 Are you looking for a quick overview of the consensus on how people learn? Then I suggest you check out the "Summary" in "How People Learn: Mind Brain, Experience, and School" from the National Academy of Sciences. Key insights, delivered concisely! 💥 #PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky

How People Learn II: Learners, Contexts, and Cultures

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Rural students are STEM-ready. Systems need to catch up. A contributed post for @edweek.org shares takeaways from our report on rural STEM education. Read it: buff.ly/jfmwc34 #STEMEducation #RuralSchools #RuralAmerica

Applications are open for the New Voices Program 2026–2028 Cohort! Join a network of mid-career SEM leaders at @nationalacademies.org tackling national and global challenges. 📅 Application Deadline: September 3, 2025 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/9VNlVt9 #NewVoices #scipol #nasem

Our report examines factors at local, regional, and national levels that impact widespread implementation of Pre-K–12 #STEM #education innovations. Read more: buff.ly/7ssmKAF

A new special issue of @pnas.org features a series of articles inspired by a colloquium hosted by our Standing Committee on Advancing Science Communication. Learn more about these papers that advocate for a paradigm shift in #ScienceCommunication: buff.ly/XgtzjFP

Register now for our national action-focused summit on July 22-23 that looks to reimagine approaches to graduate education and postdoctoral career development in STEMM: buff.ly/RpDwgRu

Thank you to the over 300 researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and funders who joined us at the Convocation on the Status of Informal #Science and #Engineering #Education! You can catch up or re-watch the event recordings on our website: buff.ly/L1uDhGd

Implementing high-quality curricula in preschools will require a broad coalition of partners. This publication summarizes our implementation summit that built on the recommendations from our report, A New Vision for High-Quality #Preschool Curriculum: buff.ly/Ka1n6m1

We’re restructuring to build a more nimble and streamlined National Academies. Our mission stays the same: delivering independent, objective advice on issues in science, engineering, and medicine. Read the details: buff.ly/GixEh5C

Informal #science and #engineering #education has grown and evolved over the past 15 year. Join us on June 16-17 for a convocation that will reflect on the state of the field while also looking to the future: buff.ly/NL5skCp

Rural students face early and growing gaps in #STEM achievement, course access, and career pathways. But local strengths offer new possibilities. Read more: buff.ly/hyzZt8l

Rural students face early and growing gaps in #STEM achievement, course access, and career pathways. But local strengths offer new possibilities. Read more: buff.ly/hyzZt8l

A new @the74.bsky.social‬ article features our report showing how #OutofSchool time programs support emotional and behavioral development: buff.ly/LrOo5m8 Explore the report: buff.ly/o8EEKbM

Summertime provides an opportunity for children and youth to engage in activities like summer camp or remedial courses. But for some, this may also mean a departure from resources, support, and structure. Learn more about summertime experiences here: buff.ly/eXIkGuD

On June 3, @nasonline.org President Marcia McNutt will explore the current status of the U.S. research enterprise and strategies for navigating a rapidly changing scientific landscape. Register now: buff.ly/jprvFJs #StateOfTheScience