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The Forum on Cyber Resilience of the National Academies of
Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine hosted the Workshop on
Recoverability as a First-Class Security Objective on February 8,
2018, in Washington, D.C. The workshop featured presentations from
several experts in industry, research, and government roles who
spoke about the complex facets of recoverability?that is, the
ability to restore normal operations and security in a system
affected by software or hardware failure or a deliberate attack.
This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from
the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter 1 Introduction and
Framing 2 Summary of Workshop Presentations 3 Closing Observations
and Discussion Appendixes Appendix A: Workshop Agenda and
Participants List Appendix B: Steering Committee Biographies
Appendix C: Speaker Biographies
Emerging techniques in data analytics, including machine learning
and artificial intelligence, offer exciting opportunities for
advancing scientific discovery and innovation in materials science.
Vast repositories of experimental data and sophisticated
simulations are being utilized to predict material properties,
design and test new compositions, and accelerate nearly every facet
of traditional materials science. How can the materials science
community take advantage of these opportunities while avoiding
potential pitfalls? What roadblocks may impede progress in the
coming years, and how might they be addressed? To explore these
issues, the Workshop on Data Analytics and What It Means to the
Materials Community was organized as part of a workshop series on
Defense Materials, Manufacturing, and Its Infrastructure. Hosted by
the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the
2-day workshop was organized around three main topics: materials
design, data curation, and emerging applications. Speakers
identified promising data analytics tools and their achievements to
date, as well as key challenges related to dealing with sparse data
and filling data gaps; decisions around data storage, retention,
and sharing; and the need to access, combine, and use data from
disparate sources. Participants discussed the complementary roles
of simulation and experimentation and explored the many
opportunities for data informatics to increase the efficiency of
materials discovery, design, and testing by reducing the amount of
experimentation required. With an eye toward the ultimate goal of
enabling applications, attendees considered how to ensure that the
benefits of data analytics tools carry through the entire materials
development process, from exploration to validation, manufacturing,
and use. This publication summarizes the presentations and
discussion of the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Overview
1 Introduction 2 Keynote Addresses 3 Materials Design 4 Data
Curation 5 Emerging Applications 6 Discussion Appendixes Appendix
A: Statement of Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda Appendix C:
Workshop Attendee List Appendix D: Planning Committee Biographical
Information Appendix E: Acronyms
Advances in materials science and engineering play a crucial role
in supporting the U.S. economy and national security. To maintain
its leading edge in the field, the United States relies on a rich
and diverse innovation ecosystem encompassing industry, academic
institutions, and government laboratories. While this ecosystem has
generated numerous gains for defense agencies, the technology
sector, consumers, and the country as a whole over many decades,
recent years have brought new challenges and a shifting global
dynamic in the field. The United States, long a global magnet for
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and
expertise, has seen its competitive edge slip as other countries in
Europe and Asia have increased their investments in cultivating
science and engineering talent and innovation. In 2020, the
emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic caused far-reaching disruptions
for both education and supply chains across the world, compounding
many of the dynamics that were already affecting materials science
and engineering in the United States. To explore these issues, the
Workshop on Materials Science and Engineering in a Post-Pandemic
World was organized as part of a workshop series on Defense
Materials Manufacturing and Its Infrastructure. Hosted by the
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the
virtual event brought together approximately 30 speakers and
attendees representing materials science, engineering, and
manufacturing experts from industry, academia, and government
agencies. The 3-day workshop explored education and workforce
trends across the nation and the globe, with particular focus on
the U.S. Department of Defense and university-government
collaborations. Participants discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic
has affected science and engineering education, opportunities to
reimagine traditional education for the field, and the imperative
to develop a more diverse workforce. Several speakers presented
their views on what the post-pandemic future may hold, and many
offered perspectives on key concerns and priorities for the field
moving forward. This publication summarizes the presentations and
discussion of the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Overview
1 Introduction 2 The Talent Pipeline: Workforce Data and Trends 3
From Lab to Field: Recent University-Government Successes 4 The
Global Stage 5 Positioning DoD and Its Workforce for New or
Expanded Areas 6 Finding and Retaining Talent at Non-DoD Agencies 7
The Future with COVID-19 8 Traditional Education Reimagined 9
Developing a Diverse Workforce Appendixes Appendix A: Statement of
Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda Appendix C: Acronyms Appendix D:
Biographical Information for Speakers
Topology optimization is a digital method for designing objects in
order to achieve the best structural performance, sometimes in
combination with other physical requirements. Topology optimization
tools use mathematical algorithms, such as the finite element
method and gradient computation, to generate designs based on
desired characteristics and predetermined constraints. Initially a
purely academic tool, topology optimization has advanced rapidly
and is increasingly being applied to the design of a wide range of
products and components, from furniture to spacecraft. To explore
the potential and challenges of topology optimization, the National
Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine hosted a two-day
workshop on November 19-20, 2019, Exploiting Advanced Manufacturing
Capabilities: Topology Optimization in Design. The workshop was
organized around three main topics: how topology optimization can
incorporate manufacturability along with functional design;
challenges and opportunities in combining multiple physical
processes; and approaches and opportunities for design of soft and
compliant structures and other emerging applications. Speakers
identified the unique strengths of topology optimization and
explored a wide range of techniques and strengths of topology
optimization and explored a wide range of techniques and
achievements in the field to date. This publication summarizes the
presentations and discussion of the workshop. Table of Contents
Front Matter Overview 1 Introduction 2 Keynote Addresses 3 Topology
Optimization and Advanced Manufacturing Technologies 4 Topology
Optimization and Multi-Physics 5 Topology Optimization of Soft
Materials and Deformable Structures 6 Discussion Appendixes
Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda Appendix
C: Workshop Attendees Appendix D: Biographical Information
Electric power is a critical infrastructure that is vital to the
U.S. economy and national security. Today, the nation's electric
power infrastructure is threatened by malicious attacks, accidents,
and failures, as well as disruptive natural events. As the electric
grid evolves and becomes increasingly interdependent with other
critical infrastructures, the nation is challenged to defend
against these threats and to advance grid capabilities with
reliable defenses. On November 1, 2019, the National Academies of
Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine convened a workshop to gather
diverse perspectives on current and future threats to the electric
power system, activities that the subsector is pursuing to defend
itself, and how this work may evolve over the coming decades. This
publications summarizes the presentations and discussions from the
workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Overview 1 Introduction 2
Understanding the Threat Landscape 3 Strategies to Increase
Resilience Appendixes Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix B:
Workshop Agenda Appendix C: Registered Workshop Participants
Appendix D: Acronyms
Recent advancements in quantum-enabled systems present a variety of
new opportunities and challenges. These technologies are important
developments for a variety of computing, communications, and
sensing applications. However, many materials and components
relevant to quantum-enabled systems exist outside of the United
States, and it is important to promote the development of assured
domestic sources of materials, manufacturing capabilities, and
expertise. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and
Medicine convened a 2-day workshop to explore implications and
concerns related to the application of quantum-enabled systems in
the United States. This workshop focused on quantum-enabled
computing systems, quantum communications and networks, and quantum
sensing opportunities. Participants explored the path to quantum
computing, communications, and networks, opportunities for
collaboration, as well as key gaps, supply chain concerns, and
security issues. This publication summarizes the presentations and
discussions from the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter
Overview 1 Introduction 2 Keynote Addresses: Quantum Technology
Today and Tomorrow 3 Quantum Computing Systems 4 Quantum
Communications and Networks 5 Quantum Sensors 6 Panel Discussions
Appendixes Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix B: Workshop
Agenda Appendix C: Workshop Attendee List Appendix D: Biographical
Information Appendix E: Acronyms
The Planning Committee on Connector Reliability for Offshore Oil
and Natural Gas Operations held the Workshop on Bolting Reliability
for Offshore Oil and Natural Gas Operations in Washington, D.C., on
April 10-11, 2017. The workshop was designed to advance and develop
a comprehensive awareness of the outstanding issues associated with
fastener material failures and equipment reliability issues.
Speakers and participants were also encouraged to discuss possible
paths for ameliorating risks associated with fasteners used for
subsea critical equipment in oil and gas operations. This
publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the
workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter 1 Introduction 2 Panel 1:
Subsea Fastener Design Requirements 3 Panel 2: Subsea Fastener
Design Quality 4 Panel 3: Subsea Fastener In-Service Performance 5
Panel 4: Standards and Regulations 6 Summary Appendixes Appendix A:
Statement of Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda Appendix C: Workshop
Attendee List Appendix D: Acronyms and Abbreviations Appendix E:
Committee Member Biographies
Over the past few years the common use of telehealth technology has
been rapidly expanding. While remote models of care have been
successfully used in rural communities for decades, the adoption of
telehealth rapidly expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, narrowing
some gaps in care access and equity while exacerbating health care
inequities in other ways. At the request of the Social Security
Administration, the National Academies hosted a workshop on March 9
and 10, 2022 to examine the use of telehealth for patient
evaluation. The workshop explored the evolution of telehealth and
commonly used terminology, the impact of inequities in digital
access, privacy and cybersecurity concerns, its use in a variety of
allied health and medical specialties for patient evaluation, and
interstate licensure related to providing telehealth care. This
publication provides a high-level summary of the presentations and
discussions from the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter 1
Introduction 2 Telehealth Overview 3 Telehealth and the COVID-19
Public Health Emergency 4 The Use of Telehealth for Evaluations by
Clinical Specialties 5 Telehealth Access 6 The Experiences of Other
Health Care Systems 7 Licensure, Privacy, and Security 8
Reflections Appendix A: References Appendix B: Statement of Task
Appendix C: Workshop Agenda Appendix D: Planning Committee and
Speaker Biographies Appendix E: Acronyms and Abbreviations
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to dramatic adjustments in cancer
care delivery and cancer research. To examine these changes, the
National Cancer Policy Forum of the National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine convened a virtual workshop, Innovation
in Cancer Care and Cancer Research in the Context of the COVID-19
Pandemic, in July 2021. Workshop speakers considered the lessons
learned from these adaptations in order to improve the delivery of
high-quality cancer care and the conduct of cancer clinical trials
in the post-pandemic era. This Proceedings of a Workshop highlights
presentations and discussions from the workshop. Table of Contents
Front Matter Proceedings of a Workshop Appendix A: Statement of
Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda
Digital health encompasses a broad array of tools and strategies
with the goals of advancing research, increasing health care access
and quality, and making care more personalized. It encompasses
health content, digital health interventions, and digital
applications, such as communication tools connecting patients and
clinicians (e.g., secure email in the patient portal, text, chat,
video visit), remote monitoring tools, clinical decision support
tools, and systems for exchanging health information.
Patient-facing tools, tools for clinicians, and systems to
facilitate research and care improvement are all part of this
diverse landscape, and each raises unique opportunities and
potential challenges. To examine key policy issues for the
effective and safe development, implementation, and use of digital
health technologies in oncology research and care, the National
Cancer Policy Forum of the National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine held a virtual workshop in collaboration
with the Forum on Cyber Resilience. The workshop, Opportunities and
Challenges for Using Digital Health Applications in Oncology, held
on July 13-14, 2020, convened a broad group of experts, including
clinicians and researchers; patient advocates; and representatives
of federal agencies, health professional societies, health care
organizations, insurers, and the pharmaceutical and health
technology industries. Many workshop speakers found the
opportunities presented by digital health tools to be particularly
compelling for oncology; however, capitalizing on these
opportunities necessitates careful attention to the design,
implementation, and use of digital health technologies. This
publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the
workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Proceedings of a Workshop
Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda
Quantum concepts hold the potential to enable significant advances
in sensing and imaging technologies that could be vital to the
study of biological systems. The workshop Quantum Science Concepts
in Enhancing Sensing and Imaging Technologies: Applications for
Biology, held online March 8-10, 2021, was organized to examine the
research and development needs to advance biological applications
of quantum technology. Hosted by the National Academies of
Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, the event brought together
experts working on state-of-the-art, quantum-enabled technologies
and scientists who are interested in applying these technologies to
biological systems. Through talks, panels, and discussions, the
workshop facilitated a better understanding of the current and
future biological applications of quantum-enabled technologies in
fields such as microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, plant
science, mycology, and many others. This publication summarizes the
presentation and discussion of the workshop. Table of Contents
Front Matter Overview 1 Introduction 2 Quantum in Biology 3 Quantum
for Biology 4 Biology for Quantum 5 Education, Training, and
Workforce Needs References Appendix A: Statement of Task Appendix
B: Workshop Agenda Appendix C: Organizing Committee Biographies
Appendix D: Poster Presentations Appendix E: Acronyms and
Abbreviations Appendix F: Tools and Technologies
The marmoset, a type of small monkey native to South America, is a
research model of increasing importance for biomedical research in
the United States and globally. Marmosets offer a range of
advantages as animal models in neuroscience, aging, infectious
diseases, and other fields of study. They may be particularly
useful for the development of new disease models using genetic
engineering and assisted reproductive technologies. However,
concerns have been voiced with respect to the development of new
marmoset-based models of disease, ethical considerations for their
use, the supply of marmosets available for research, and gaps in
guidance for their care and management. To explore and address
these concerns, the Roundtable on Science and Welfare in Laboratory
Animal Use hosted a public workshop on October 22-23, 2018, in
Washington, DC. The workshop focused on the availability of
marmosets in the United States and abroad; animal welfare and
ethical considerations stemming from the use of wildtype and
genetically modified marmosets; and standards of housing and care,
dietary needs, and feeding requirements for marmosets in captivity.
This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from
the workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter 1 Introduction 2
Context for the Use of Marmosets as Animal Models 3 Ethical
Considerations 4 Current Research Applications 5 Marmoset Genomics
and Genetic Diversity 6 Marmoset Supply and Availability 7 Marmoset
Care and Management 8 Final Remarks Appendix A: Workshop Agenda
Appendix B: Professional Biosketches
Software update is an important mechanism by which security changes
and improvements are made in software, and this seemingly simple
concept encompasses a wide variety of practices, mechanisms,
policies, and technologies. To explore the landscape further, the
Forum on Cyber Resilience hosted a workshop featuring invited
speakers from government, the private sector, and academia. This
publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the
workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Workshop Introduction 1
Policy Considerations: The Intersection of Public Values and
Private Infrastructure 2 Technical Considerations for Secure
Software Updates 3 Microsoft's Approach to Software Updates 4
Update Issues for Open Source Software 5 Cisco's Approach to
Software Updates 6 Ensuring Robust Firmware Updates 7 Updates in
the Consumer Electronics Industry 8 Software Updates in Automotive
Electronic Control Units 9 The NIST Perspective on Software Updates
10 Protecting Consumers from Software Update Risks 11 Discussion
Afterword Appendixes Appendix A: Workshop Agenda and Participants
List Appendix B: Steering Committee Biographies Appendix C: Speaker
Biographies
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Manufacturing USA Institutes
aim to protect national security and increase U.S. competitiveness
in manufacturing. The domestic industrial base is critical to
supporting and sustaining both military advantage and economic
competitiveness. Through these institutes, the DoD is committed to
domestically designing and manufacturing the most innovative
defense systems. Intended as intensely collaborative applied
research and development endeavors among government, industry, and
academia, the institutes are envisioned to become lasting,
self-sustaining national assets. A long-term strategy is needed to
achieve this goal. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering,
and Medicine recently convened a workshop to discuss the long-term
sustainability of the Manufacturing USA Institutes. Participants
explored different perspectives across multiple disciplines,
discussed public-private partnership models, and considered
international programs in advanced manufacturing to inform their
recommendations regarding the future of the institutes. This
publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the
workshop. Table of Contents Front Matter Overview 1 Introduction 2
Keynote Addresses: Perspectives on Manufacturing USA 3 Panel 1:
Alternative PublicPrivate Partnership Models 4 Panel 2:
International Programs in Advanced Manufacturing 5 Breakout
Sessions: Feedback and Future Directions for the DoD Manufacturing
USA Institutes 6 Discussion Appendixes Appendix A: Statement of
Task Appendix B: Workshop Agenda and Participant List Appendix C:
Committee Member Biographical Information Appendix D: Acronyms
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