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.
Congress Advancing Bills to Facilitate Cannabis Research
April 28, 2022
As Congress debates federal marijuana legislation, FABBS will be monitoring provisions to facilitate research. Currently, cannabis is considered a Schedule I drug by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), this has posed a barrier to studying potential risks and benefits of the plant.
As explained in a recent report by the Congressional Research Service, The Evolution of Marijuana as a Controlled Substance and the Federal-State Policy Gap, conducting cannabis research
read moreQ&A with Dr. Alice Ann Holland, FABBS Board Member
April 28, 2022
Dr. Alice Ann Holland is a current Board Member of the Federation of Associations in Behavioral and Brain Sciences (FABBS), serving since 2020. As a member of the nominations committee, we asked Dr. Holland to speak with us about her experience with FABBS and why others might be interested in running for the board.
What led you to serve on the FABBS Board?
I was familiar with FABBS from my role as a Council representative for the National Academy
read moreNASEM Committee on Anti-Racism and DEI in STEM Held its Second Meeting
April 13, 2022
The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) held its second meeting for the Committee on Advancing Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) in STEM on March 22. See FABBS previous coverage on the first meeting here. The goal of the interdisciplinary committee is to provide a hallmark consensus report of clear and actionable advice to the nation in advancing anti-racism and DEI within all levels of STEM organizations.
Dr. Susan Fiske, past
read moreWhite House Held a Virtual Summit on Evidence for Action
April 13, 2022
Last week, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) kicked off a yearlong series of discussions on “translating research evidence to practice and policy” with the Summit on Evidence for Action. Participants from federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions gathered to share best practices for generating and using the results of research, promoting consistent
read more