ABOUT IN FOCUS

The National Academies In Focus a magazine featuring activities of the National Academies, which serve as independent advisers to the federal government on scientific and technical questions of national importance.

In Focus (ISSN 1534-8334) is prepared by the National Academies' Office of News and Public Information.

ONPI Executive Director: William J. Skane

In Focus Editor: Valerie Chase

Assistant Editor: Amanda Blyth

Staff Writers: Sara Frueh, Paul, Jackson, Bill Kearney, William Skane, Maureen O'Leary, Christine Stencel, Jennifer Walsh