Union Criticizes Civil Service Carveouts in Science Bills
Two bills aimed at revitalizing the National Science Foundation include major exceptions to federal hiring rules that AFGE officials say are reminiscent of former President Trump’s controversial and aborted Schedule F initiative.
Managing Pay When the Goal is Rebuilding the STEMM Workforce
This would be an ideal time to rethink the talent management policies for these essential occupations.
New Task Force Will Conduct Sweeping Review of Scientific Integrity Policies
The governmentwide review will look at policies and political interference in science over the last two administrations.
Lawmakers Discuss Ways to Rebuild Federal Scientific Workforce After Exodus Under Trump
Staffing shortages are forcing agencies to defer action on critical work.
Interior Reverses Trump Science Policy, Vows to Free Career Staff From Political Interference
Biden administration announces its latest move to reverse Trump-era science policies.
Prominent Scientists Call on CDC to Better Protect Workers From COVID-19
The academics insist that more workers should get top-rated N95 masks, the best defense against airborne coronavirus particles.
The Military Wants To Produce Water From Air. Here’s the Science Behind It
The key is the right combination of elements in porous crystal structures, and the AI-powered search is on.
Why Biden's Embrace of Evidence in Policymaking Is Just What We Need Right Now
A new presidential memo signals commitment from the very top to the use of data and science at a time when the country is confronted by major crises, two experts say.
Labor and Environmental Groups Optimistic Biden’s EPA Pick Can Rebuild Trust
Still, the nominee would have a lot of work ahead of him if confirmed, advocates note.
Judge Gives Biden Path to Quickly Repeal Trump's 'Secret Science' Rule
The EPA rule faced criticism for placing restrictions on the scientific research career employees can use.
Biden Signs Directive to Shield Federal Scientists From Political Interference
President also calls on agencies to overhaul their vehicle fleet.
FDA Is Leaving Lab Employees At Risk of COVID-19 Exposure
An office created in 2016 to ensure safety at labs has never been given the authorities necessary to do its job, GAO says.
Stereotypes in Language May Shape Bias Against Women in STEM
Researchers found the language we speak strongly predicts implicit gender associations.
Former EPA Leaders Call for ‘Reset’ of Agency’s Mission
Agency disagrees that changes are necessary.
GovExec Daily: Vaccine Progress, Oversight and Operation Warp Speed
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss the government involvement in the search for coronavirus treatment and vaccinations.
3 Questions to Ask Yourself Next Time You See a Graph, Chart or Map
Visualizations can help you understand data better – but they can also confuse or mislead. Here, some tips on what to watch out for.
Despite a Skyward Mission, NASA Shaped the Study of Life on Earth
Born of a bitter, militaristic space race, NASA served as an unlikely catalyst for a revolution in biology.
New Legislation Would Increase Oversight Of Agency Relocations
Measure would require federal officials to conduct detailed cost-benefit analyses and provide them to inspectors general and the public for review before undertaking any effort to move federal agencies.
A Trump Official Tried to Fast-Track Funding for His Friend’s Unproven COVID-19 'Treatment,' Whistleblower Says
Whistleblowing virologist Rick Bright says that his Trump-appointed boss tried to fast-track funding for a friend’s coronavirus treatment, and that he was reassigned for insisting that funding be reserved for “safe and scientifically vetted solutions.”
Advancing Science During a Public Health Crisis: An Interview with NSF’s Top HR Officer
“This pandemic has shown everyone that the nature of work is not where you work, but really what you do,” the National Science Foundation’s Wonzie Gardner says.
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