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FAS works on a broad range of issues. Explore our projects below, or navigate by program in the menu at left.

Arms Trade

Raises awareness about the threat posed by illicit small arms and light weapons.

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Biosecurity

Provides policy guidance and advocates preparedness for public health emergencies.

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Building Technology

Brings safe and affordable housing to people in the U.S. and abroad.

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China Lands

Documents degraded land in China and points to technologies to recover these areas.

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Discover Babylon

Challenges learners to solve mysteries by understanding ancient Mesopotamian society.

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Emerging Technologies

Modern methods and innovative new technologies for learning.

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Government Secrecy

Ensures that national secrets are protected and promotes access to government information.

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Immune Attack

Introduces basic concepts in immunology to high school and college students.

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MCI Responder

Combines a simulation with training technologies to teach teams of early responders.

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Nuclear Information Project

Informs Congress, the media, and the public on the world's nuclear weapons arsenal.

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Roadmaps

Goals for a research program for new technologies for education and training.

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Virtual Worlds Initiative

A survey of all existing virtual worlds and other related websites.

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