The Complex Regulatory Landscape of Dietary Supplements
A whopping 68% of Americans take a dietary supplement. How are these being regulated?
Policy
What on Earth is the Cyberspace Solarium Commission?
Congress mandated the new commission to protect U.S. cybersecurity by learning from America’s Cold War strategy for the Soviet Union.
FDA vs. USDA: What’s the Difference?
Everything you eat is regulated by a government agency. The question is, which one?
What if the Melamine Milk Scandal Happened Here?
How can we protect ourselves from chemicals in the food supply?
What is the Government Doing About Microplastics?
What happens to all the plastic that we throw away? It persists in the environment, where it can cause problems, especially if it’s in the form of small pieces, called microplastics.
The Limits of Using Data in Decisions
I have often struggled in my work to fight against the notion that we need quantitative data as a precursor to believing the lived experiences of impacted people.
Mastering the Politics of Government Work
The nature of public sector work is politics, both with a “big P” and “small p.” Navigating the bureaucratic waters of government requires political savvy.
Keeping Our Food Supply Safe: the Total Diet Study
Have you ever wondered what chemicals are lurking in your food? Which pesticides are on your apples? Whether there’s arsenic in your rice? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has.
Tying Safety and Accessibility in a 21st Century Mobility Strategy
There’s also a tendency to believe that complex mobility challenges can be solved largely by creating effective multi-modal transportation systems. Unfortunately, this assumption can lead to bad outcomes.
The Government’s New Approach to a Storied Research Tradition
The PIF program is also a chance for the government to educate the private sector and public about the importance of federal research, which has spawned watershed technologies.