OSTP's Role in Policy and Innovation
The (OSTP) is central to addressing a wide range of policy challenges, from climate change to AI governance, serving as the 's key science and innovation advisory body.
OSTP coordinates the 's decentralized research and development system, overseeing the health of the nation's vast R&D ecosystem and breaking down silos across agencies.
Historical Context and Trump's Science Adviser Selection
OSTP's history traces back to the , evolving from the President’s Science Advisory Committee and cementing the science adviser's role into law with the 1976 act, despite historical fluctuations in influence.
President-elect has selected , former chief technology officer, as his next science adviser, signaling a potential focus on scientific breakthroughs and technological dominance.