Mission

The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) was founded in 1945 by scientists who had worked on the Manhattan Project. These scientists recognized that science had become central to many key public policy questions. With 70 Nobel Laureates on its Board of Sponsors, FAS provides timely, nonpartisan technical analysis on complex global issues that hinge on science and technology. Priding itself on agility and an ability to bring together people from many disciplines and organizations, the organization often addresses critical policy topics that are not well covered by other organizations. FAS projects are organized under three main program areas: energy and the environment; learning technologies; and strategic security.