Description Advancing technologies and shifting industrial landscapes are among the many factors that are changing the nature of terrorist threats. This study is designed to strengthen the capacity of the U.S. to address modern and emerging chemical terrorism threats. The study will assess the current state of U.S. capabilities for identifying existing and emerging sources of chemical terrorism threats, including distribution and availability of raw materials and the availability of knowledge of chemical threat agent synthesis. The study wil...
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Eligible Applicants - Unrestricted Additional Eligibility Information The project will be led by a committee appointed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) consisting of experts in relevant fields.
Funding Type other Categories of Funding Activity - Biology and Life Sciences - Conflict and Security Issues - Math, Chemistry, and Physics
Grantor Contact Information Linda Nhon, Responsible Staff Officer: Linda Nhon, Micah Lowenthal, Charles Ferguson Grantor Email lnhon@nas.edu Other Grantor Informaiton 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.