FABBS reports on items of interest to many communities – scientists, policymakers, and the public. In our news, you will see updates on science funding and policy, articles that translate research for policy, and descriptions of the research contributions of scientists at all stages of their research careers.
Continuing Resolution Expected to Keep Government Open Until November 21 and Senate Appropriations Activity
September 25, 2019
At press time, the Senate was poised to pass a continuing resolution (CR) (H.R. 4378) to keep the government open and avoid a government shutdown. The House of Representatives voted (301-123) last week to pass the CR and the President is expected to sign it.
While certainly critical to keep the government open, the CR maintains current spending levels and conditions until November 21. These levels are a five percent cut from the budget deal (H.R. 3877) signed into
read moreQ&A with Jennifer Pearl, STPF Director, AAAS
September 25, 2019
Photo credit: Kat Song
Dr. Jennifer Pearl is a mathematician and director of the Science & Technology Policy Fellowships program at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). FABBS societies AERA, APA, SRCD, and SPSSI all partner with AAAS to sponsor fellows.
What is the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship?
The AAAS
Science & Technology Policy Fellowship (STPF) is the premier opportunity
for highly trained scientists and
Think, Blink, or Sleep on It
September 25, 2019
Ever been advised to listen to your gut when trying to make a decision? A new paper in Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences says snap decisions concerning complex issues often are the least likely way to end up feeling good about your choice.
Better options are deliberation and distraction—but choosing between those depends largely on the information and what being asked, according to the paper, “Evaluating the Benefits of Conscious and
read moreNICHD Releases Strategic Plan and NIMH Advisory Councils Meet
September 25, 2019
The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) released their strategic plan at their Advisory Council meeting on September 18. The last time NICHD updated their mission and plan was 20 years ago.
As readers may recall, FABBS had submitted comments back in February in response to the draft plan. While it is clear that NICHD gave careful consideration to comments and that the revision addresses some of the concerns we expressed, it still lacks
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