National Academies Board on Army Science and Technologies (Inactive)

The Board on Army Science and Technology is not currently active, but you can learn more about the board’s completed projects on this page. Download past BAST reports on the NAP website. The Board on Army Science and Technology (BAST) serves as a convening authority for the discussion of science and technology issues of importance to the Army and oversees independent Army-related studies conducted by the National Academies. In its study oversight role, the BAST takes into account public policy, as well as scientific and engineering considerations. While the BAST does not create policy, it may suggest policy alternatives for the Army to consider. In coordination with the Army, the BAST works to focus study issues and statements of task, reviews committee membership nominations, and provides BAST liaisons to participate in study committee activities. See our most recent Publications