The federation will spotlight film director Christopher Nolan. oppenheimerSenators Schumer and Young, and other established and emerging science policy leaders who voted for passage of the bipartisan CHIPS & Science Act.
The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) announced today that it will hold an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., in November, reviving a decades-old tradition that began in 1971. This year’s recipients include director Christopher Nolan, who directed the cinematic portrait of Scientist J. We thank Senators Robert Oppenheimer, Chuck Schumer (D-NY), and Todd Young (R-IN) for their work in Congress to make the CHIPS & Science Act a reality.
Nolan’s film depicts the scientists who formed the FAS, known as the Federation of Atomic Scientists, in the fall of 1945 to educate the public about the dangers of nuclear weapons. “We are committed to pursuing their vision of a safer world, especially as recent events remind us that those dangers are real and recurring,” said FAS CEO Daniel Correa. I will continue.” “FAS also believes that science, technology, and innovation have great potential to solve the greatest challenges of our time. To that end, we also recognize Senators Schumer and Young Because the CHIPS & Science Act represents a historic investment in our nation’s future. I’m honored to present these awards to Director Nolan and Senators Schumer and Young.”
FAS also recognized former OSTP Acting Director Alondra Nelson for her leadership in both AI regulation and advancing equity in STEM fields, as well as FAS’s first Policy Entrepreneurship Award, which aims to honor emerging leaders in the industry. ” recognizes Alexa White who will receive the award. The world of science policy.
The FAS Public Service Awards recognize the contributions of a diverse group of scientists, policymakers, and trendsetters who pursue advances in science and technology. Previous recipients include Ted Kennedy, Sam Nunn, Sen. Richard Lugar, Henry Kissinger, George Shultz, William Perry’s secretary, author Carl Sagan, editor Ruth Adams, and activist Includes Sally Lillenthal.
About FAS
The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) strives to advance a wide range of contemporary issues where science, technology, and innovation policy has the potential to drive dramatic advances, and brings scientific and technical expertise to the policy-making table. We aim to arrive at the . Founded by scientists in 1945 in response to the atomic bomb, FAS continues to work towards a safer, more just and more peaceful world. For more information, please visit fas.org.
Federation of American Scientists (FAS) Announces Public Service Awards to Recognize Outstanding Achievement in Science Policy and Culture
In Oppenheimer’s place, the coalition will highlight director Christopher Nolan, Senators Schumer and Young for passing the bipartisan CHIPS & Science Act, and other established and emerging science policy leaders. The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) announced today that it will hold an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., in November, reviving a decades-old tradition. […]
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