White House issues guidance to federal agencies on research security requirements

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In January, the White House released a document to guide federal agencies in carrying out the requirements of a National Security Presidential Memorandum on Government-supported research (NSPM-33), which was released last year. These requirements are intended to protect U.S.-supported research against foreign government interference while maintaining an open environment to foster discoveries and innovation. Now, … Read more

Updates to AGU’s Honors and Recognition program

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Nominations for medals, awards, prizes, fellows and section awards open today, 18 January, and are being accepted through 1 April. The AGU Board approved several changes to the Fellows program to align the nomination process more closely with AGU’s values. The AGU Honors and Recognition Committee also made updates to the honors program to better showcase the depth and breadth of our community’s achievements around the world.

AGU approved updates to two position statements

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Last week, the AGU Board and Council approved updates to two position statements, which address funding for science and the responsibilities and rights of scientists. AGU position statements—created, revised and approved by members—are what enable AGU to take adaptive stances on significant policy issues, ranging from climate change to national security. Each position statement acknowledges … Read more