Our Value
Many issues facing Washington State — from salmon recovery to the clean energy transition — hinge on science and technology. Effectively addressing these issues requires solid scientific input. WSAS serves as a bridge between scientists and policymakers. We mobilize experts within and beyond the Academy to provide independent, unbiased, evidence-based scientific and engineering assessments on issues that impact the citizens, governments and businesses of Washington State.
AI for Washington State
Using Artificial Intelligence to explore, discover and understand
September 25, 2024 | Seattle, WA
The 17th annual WSAS symposium will bring together scientists, industry professionals, and policymakers to discuss the many challenges and opportunities emerging from this rapidly evolving technology.
A unique resource for Washington state
Modeled after the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine
The Academy is collaborating with the William D. Ruckelshaus Center to support researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and others in addressing the impacts of Covid-19 on Washington’s children and applying lessons learned to future emergencies.
The Academy is convening a roundtable discussion with scientists from academia, industry and state agencies to explore the key scientific issues related to 6PPD-quinone, a chemical commonly used in motor vehicle tires to prevent them from quickly degrading.
November 15, 2023
The Academy has made significant progress in advancing the strategic priorities set forth by the WSAS Board of Directors in 2022.
November 1, 2023
Over the next year, WSAS will work collaboratively with legislators and other stakeholders to design a nonpartisan fellowship program that meets the needs of legislators in Washington state.
October 23, 2023
Students were selected based on original STEM research they conducted while in high school.
