Independent, Expert Advice in Service to the Nation

Welcome to the division on Earth & Life Studies. At the request of leaders from the federal to the local level, we convene top scientists and experts to provide independent, objective guidance on issues in the geo-, life, and chemical sciences, disasters, and the environment.

Activities are overseen by 12 program units:

Featured

  • ILAR Journal: Journal of the Institute for Laboratory Animal Research
ILAR Journal
Ocean Science Series
  • Drinking Water: an educational booklet on the science and policy behind a critical resource
Drinking Water