NSCEB Statement on Future of Science Announcements

NSCEB Statement on Future of Science Announcements As biotechnology converges with emerging technologies, American scientific leadership will be essential to our future economic and national security. 9 October 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Today Today, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology released a statement from NSCEB Chair Senator Todd Young on the […]
NSCEB Monthly Newsletter – October 2026

NSCEB Monthly Newsletter October 2026 85 days left on our clock here at the NSCEB. Thank you again for being on this incredible ride with us, and don’t take your foot off the gas. Let’s go! -Caitlin NEW! Using Biotechnology to Secure Critical Mineral Supply Chains In September, the NSCEB published new analysis of […]
NSCEB Sees Long-Standing Efforts Focused on Preparing for the Future of Biotech in New York City

NSCEB Sees Long-Standing Efforts Focused on Preparing for the Future of Biotech in New York City Organizations with deep roots in research and education are expanding the scientific foundation for biotech discovery and building a workforce prepared for the AIxBio future. 28, September 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York, New York – On Friday, the […]
Oregon’s Foundational Biotech Landscape Leading Next Generation Innovation in the Pacific Northwest

Oregon’s Foundational Biotech Landscape Leading Next Generation Innovation in the Pacific Northwest Home to some of the country’s earliest biotech leaders, Oregon illustrates how a mature innovation ecosystem can help the United States lead in emerging biotechnology. 28, September 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portland, Oregon – On Friday, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) […]
New Bills Designate Biotechnology, Biomanufacturing, and Biological Data as Critical Infrastructure

New Bills Designate Biotechnology, Biomanufacturing, and Biological Data as Critical Infrastructure Despite its growing significance to national security and the economy, the federal government does not adequately protect biotechnology infrastructure or sensitive biological data. 24 September 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC – Today, a bipartisan and bicameral group of lawmakers introduced two bills that would require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure […]
Protecting Biotechnology, Biomanfacturing, and Biological Data as Critical Infrastructure

Protecting Biotechnology, Biomanfacturing, and Biological Data as Critical Infrastructure The Protecting Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing as Critical Infrastructure Act would require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to protect biotechnology and biomanufacturing infrastructure by establishing coverage mechanisms for cross-sector infrastructure that do not neatly fall within the current Critical Infrastructure Sectors designations. The Protecting Biological […]
NSCEB Analysis: Biotechnology Key to Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains

NSCEB Analysis: Biotechnology Key to Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains Using copper as a case study, the NSCEB explores how biotechnology solutions can reshape U.S. critical mineral supply chains, reducing geopolitical vulnerabilities and strengthening our national security. 15 September 2026 Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) published new analysis exploring […]
Maryland Biotech Ecosystem Working to Strengthen U.S. Supply Chain Security

Maryland Biotech Ecosystem Working to Strengthen U.S. Supply Chain Security As China seeks to establish global biotech dominance, Maryland is investing in solutions to strengthen biotech supply chain security here at home. 15, September 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rockville, Maryland – Yesterday, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) traveled to Maryland for the […]
NSCEB Monthly Newsletter – September 2026

NSCEB Monthly Newsletter September 2026 As of this week, the Commission has four months to go before we disappear into the sunset. No really, our statutory authority from Congress expires on December 31, 2026, which as you might imagine has us feeling a *sense of urgency* that’s greater than ever. As a result, we did […]
NSCEB Releases Analysis for Securing U.S. Leadership in Brain-Computer Interfaces

NSCEB Releases Analysis for Securing U.S. Leadership in Brain-Computer Interfaces Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) will have the enormous potential to advance healthcare for neurological diseases, defense capabilities, and next-generation AI models trained on brain data. Despite historical U.S. leadership in research and development of BCI technologies, China’s emerging global leadership is a strategic risk for U.S. national security. 2, September 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington D.C. – Today, the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) published […]