Description The National Academies will convene a committee to organize a workshop on navigating the benefits and biosecurity risks of communicating studies involving the use of computational modeling and generative Artificial Intelligence to understand and design biological systems. The committee will consider existing guidance, challenges safeguarding the benefits of publishing studies in life sciences while mitigating risks, the relevance of ongoing AI safety efforts, and policy options. Experts from journals, professional societies, acad...
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Eligible Applicants - Unrestricted
Funding Type other Categories of Funding Activity - Biology and Life Sciences - Computers and Information Technology - Conflict and Security Issues - Policy for Science and Technology
Grantor Contact Information Audrey Thévenon, Telephone: (202) 334-2814 Grantor Email athevenon@nas.edu Other Grantor Information The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective advice to inform policy with evidence, spark progress and innovation, and confront challenging issues for the benefit of society. They are comprised of three academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Medicine. The organization convenes hundreds of conferences, workshops, and symposia annually, bringing together leading experts from academia, public, and private sectors. Their work focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based consensus on complex scientific, engineering, and health-related challenges. They produce peer-reviewed reports, publish scientific journals, and serve as a trusted source of expert advice for policymaking. The National Academies mobilize approximately 6,000 top experts each year who volunteer their time and knowledge to conduct policy studies, workshops, and other activities aimed at addressing critical issues facing the nation and world.