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National Research Council

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Born: June 18 1916

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The National Research Council functions under the auspices of the National Academy of Sciences , the National Academy of Engineering , and the Institute of Medicine . The NAS, NAE, IOM, and NRC are part of a private, nonprofit institution that provides science, technology and health policy advice under a congressional charter signed by President Abraham Lincoln that was originally granted to the NAS in 1863. Under this charter, the NRC was established in 1916, the NAE in 1964, and the IOM in 1970. The four organizations are collectively referred to as the National Academies.

The mission of the NRC is to improve government decision making and public policy, increase public education and understanding, and promote the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge in matters involving science, engineering, technology, and health. The institution takes this charge seriously and works to inform policies and actions that have the power to improve the lives of people in the U.S. and around the world.

The NRC is committed to providing elected leaders, policy makers, and the public with expert advice based on sound scientific evidence. The NRC does not receive direct federal appropriations for its work. Individual projects are funded by federal agencies, foundations, other governmental and private sources, and the institution’s endowment. The work is made possible by 6,000 of the world’s top scientists, engineers, and other professionals who volunteer their time without compensation to serve on committees and participate in activities. The NRC is administered jointly by the NAS, NAE, and the IOM through the NRC Governing Board.

The core services involve collecting, analyzing, and sharing information and knowledge. The independence of the institution, combined with its unique ability to convene experts, allows it to be responsive to a host of requests.

The portfolio of activities includes:

* Consensus Studies: These comprehensive reports focus on major policy issues and provide recommendations for solving complex problems.
* Expert Meetings and Workshops: By convening symposia, workshops, meetings, and roundtables, the NRC connects professionals as well as the interested public and stimulates dialogue on diverse matters.
* Program and Research Management: At the request of state and federal agencies, the NRC manages and evaluates research programs, conducts program assessments, and reviews proposals.
* Fellowships: The NRC administers several postdoctoral fellowship programs.

Free Scientific Information: Publishing more than 200 reports and related publications each year, the institution is one of the largest providers of free scientific and technical information in the world. Most of it is now on the Web at www.nap.edu.

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Books from National Research Council

Global Trends 2030: Alternative Worlds

The Black Family Reunion Cookbook

Solar and Space Physics: A Science for a Technological Society: An Overview

Climate Change: Evidence, Impacts, and Choices

A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas

How People Learn: Bridging Research and Practice

Principles And Standards For School Mathematics

Adding It Up: Helping Children Learn Mathematics

Scientific Research in Education

Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward

How Students Learn: History, Mathematics, and Science in the Classroom

Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals

Writing in the Dialogical Classroom

Learning Science in Informal Environments: People, Places, and Pursuits

Educating Children with Autism

The Growth of Incarceration in the United States: Exploring Causes and Consequences

Research for a Future in Space: The Role of Life and Physical Sciences

On Being a Scientist: A Guide to Responsible Conduct in Research: Third Edition

Nutrient Requirements of Horses: Sixth Revised Edition

Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals: Eighth Edition