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Scientific Integrity Policies Approach Public Release
The Office of Science and Technology Policy recently completed its review of the final draft versions of the scientific integrity policies submitted by more than a dozen Federal departments and agencies last December, and OSTP has now provided detailed feedback to each Federal entity.
A Progress Report on Modeling & Simulation for the Economy
In May 2010, an interagency working group made five priority recommendations to deliver on the promise of modeling and simulation (M&S) tools that spur productivity in advanced manufacturing, health care and education. Here's an update on the progress.
Nominate Inspirational Science and Math Teachers for Presidential Award
Do you know teachers who have inspired students to believe in the impossible and to constantly strive towards excellence? Then consider nominating them for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
DOE Announces $12 Million in Support of the Materials Genome Initiative
In his State of the Union address last month, President Obama reaffirmed his commitment to advancing high-tech research and manufacturing within our borders, saying “I will not cede the wind or solar or battery industry to China or Germany because we refuse to make the same commitment here.â€
Young Entrepreneurs at the White House Science Fair
Hayley Hoverter is an award-winning technology innovator, an entrepreneur, a CEO – and she’s also a 16-year-old high school student. This week she met President Obama at the White House Science Fair, where she presented her product, “Sweet (dis)SOLVE.â€
OSTP Briefing on R&D and STEM Education in the 2013 Budget
OSTP will hold a briefing on the research, development, and STEM education portions of the President's FY2013 Budget on Monday, February 13, 2012.
A (Draft) Mortgage Form Simplified by You, for You
Last week, President Obama laid out a plan to help responsible homeowners who were struck by the housing crisis. Atop the proposed “Homeowner Bill of Rights†is a pledge to simplify mortgage disclosure forms. Thankfully, inspired by the principles of running a “lean startupâ€, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tapped into the expertise of the American people through the “Know Before You Owe†initiative.
Don’t Mess With Texas … Science Students
At the White House Science Fair, two Texas teams epitomize the President’s call for “hands-on†learning to help up America’s game in STEM education.
2013 R&D BUDGET
February 13, 2012 -- OSTP is pleased to release the following information on the science, technology, innovation, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education components of the President's FY 2013 Budget:
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WHITE HOUSE SCIENCE FAIR
On Tuesday, February 7th, 2012, President Obama hosted the second White House Science Fair celebrating the student winners of a broad range of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) competitions from across the country. The President announced key steps the Administration and its partners are taking to help more students excel in math and science, and earn degrees in these subjects.
A 21ST CENTURY BIOECONOMY
On September 16, 2011, President Obama announced the development of a National Bioeconomy Blueprint detailing Administration-wide steps to harness biological research innovations to address national challenges in health, food, energy, and the environment.
Biological research underpins the foundation of a significant portion of the Nation’s economy. By better leveraging America’s national investments in biological research and development, the Administration aims to stimulate the growth of high-wage, high-skill jobs while improving the lives of all Americans.
In October 2011, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy issued a Request for Information (RFI) soliciting public comment on ideas and priorities for building the U.S. bioeconomy to inform the development of a National Bioeconomy Blueprint. OSTP received 135 submissions in response to the RFI.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
On June 24, 2011 at Carnegie Mellon University, President Obama launched the Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (AMP), a national effort bringing together industry, universities, and the Federal government to invest in the emerging technologies that will create high quality manufacturing jobs and enhance our global competitiveness.
The first regional meeting of the Advanced Manufacturing Partnership was held on October 14, 2011.
The AMP is based on a recommendation of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), which released a report entitled “Ensuring American Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing.â€
PRESSROOM
February 13, 2012 - Innovation for America’s Economy, America’s Energy, and American Skills: The FY 2013 Science and Technology R&D Budget (pdf)
February 7, 2012 - Background on the Exhibits, Students and Competitions at the White House Science Fair
February 7, 2012 - President Obama to Host White House Science Fair
January 18, 2012 - Administration Announces New Tools to Help Consumers Manage Electricity Use and Shrink Bills
January 12, 2012 - Obama Administration Releases Action Plan to Address Ocean Challenges (pdf)
November 2, 2011 - Statement of the Honorable Dr. John P. Holdren to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations House Committee on Foreign Affairs (pdf)
September 27, 2011 - President Obama Honors Nation’s Top Scientists and Innovators
September 26, 2011 - President Obama Honors Outstanding Early-Career Scientists
September 26, 2011 - The White House and National Science Foundation Announce New Workplace Flexibility Policies to Support America’s Scientists and Their Families
September 19, 2011 - Federal Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Education Inventory Highlighted (pdf)
July 29, 2011 - Statement by Director John P. Holdren on the Passing of Jack Marburger (pdf)
July 22, 2011 - PCAST Releases Report: “Sustaining Environmental Capital: Protecting Society and the Economy” (pdf)
July 12, 2011 - Norm Augustine to Lead Review of Antarctic Science (pdf)
June 24, 2011 - Ensuring American Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing
June 13, 2011 - Building the 21st Century Grid
June 7, 2011 - President Obama Fills Vacancy on his Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (pdf)
