Division On Engineering And Physical Sciences
About the Author
The Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences (DEPS) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine serves as a premier advisory body, delivering authoritative insights on complex challenges at the intersection of technology, policy, and society. Comprising leading experts in fields ranging from aerospace to telecommunications, DEPS conducts rigorous, evidence-based analyses to inform decision-makers in government, industry, and academia. Through collaborative consensus studies and workshops, the division addresses pressing issues such as sustainable energy, national security, and global infrastructure resilience. Its reports, grounded in multidisciplinary expertise, shape U.S. policy and international standards, fostering innovation while mitigating risks in an increasingly interconnected world. DEPS continues to lead the charge in advancing engineering and physical sciences for the public good.
