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National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The American Academy of Arts & Sciences is an organization that honors excellence and brings together leaders. The non-profit company is based in Cambridge, MA.

US Department of Energy Develops energy technologies for buildings, homes, transportation power systems and industry. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Slac National Accelerator Laboratory is a research facility that explores the workings of the universe at various scales and invents tools used by scientists worldwide. The private company is based in Menlo Park, CA and is home to the world's first hard X-ray free-electron laser, which was repurposed from their original 2-mile-long particle accelerator built for particle physics research. The lab's Office of Communications is dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information about the lab and its research to the media and making their experts available for interviews.