Second Trump Presidency Begins with Burst of Executive Orders
President Trump has issued dozens of Executive Orders (EOs) in the first two weeks of his second term. Many of the EOs have concerning implications for scientific research and all levels of education central to the FABBS mission. While this …
PCAST Behavioral and Social Science Report
The Biden President’s Council of Advisors of Science and Technology Policy (PCAST) met for the last time on Friday, January 10. FABBS was honored to be in the room when PCAST members Dr. Jennifer Richeson and Dr. Lisa Cooper presented …
SMRB Meets to Discuss NIH Reorganization
On January 10, the reconstituted Scientific Management Review Board (SMRB) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) met for the second time, following its inaugural meeting in November 2024. Members convened virtually via Zoom, with the meeting open to the …
NICHD Advisory Council Holds Winter Meeting
The National Advisory Child Health and Human Development (NACHHD) Council met on January 13-14, 2025, for its winter meeting. This meeting brought together experts and leaders in child and maternal health to discuss strategic initiatives, research advancements, and policy updates …
Swearing In the 119th Congress
On January 3rd, the 118th Congress met for a final time to vote for Speaker of the House. After winning re-election, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) promptly swore in the 119th Congress. Swearing-in day is a busy and festive day on …
Trump Names OSTP Director and PCAST Executive Director
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Michael Kratsios to serve as Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and Assistant to the President for Science and Technology. This nomination follows Kratsios’ previous role, during the first …
