The State of the Science Address 2026

ONLINE: "National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt will discuss the status of the United States’ research enterprise, global leadership in science, and implications for economic competitiveness in the third State of the Science address, to be delivered on June 2 in Washington, D.C.

"The address — McNutt’s last before she steps down as NAS president on June 30 — will present data and evidence on the state of the research enterprise, trends in education and employment, and strategic and funding priorities.

"The address will be followed by a panel discussion with other research leaders. Policymakers and leaders in academia, government, the private sector, and philanthropy are invited to discuss how the U.S. research enterprise can meet current challenges and persevere in making essential contributions to the nation in the years ahead."

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