Science & Technology Highlights in the Second Year of the Trump Administration

The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is charged with advising the President on how his Administration can effectively support the development and application of science and technology (S&T) for the benefit of the American people, the creation of new jobs and industries, the security of our homeland, the well-being of our Nation, and the prosperity of our people. The Trump Administration is ensuring the future is built in America by American workers for the good of the American people and true to American values. During the second year of the Trump Administration, OSTP has made great strides in supporting America’s bright future.

In January 2019, OSTP welcomed the confirmation of Dr. Kelvin Droegemeier as its new Director. Dr. Droegemeier brings to OSTP extreme weather expertise that has improved predictions and saved countless lives. He also has a deep knowledge in science policy from his time on theNational Science Board over multiple administrations and a passion for science education. Dr. Droegemeier was a professor and Vice President of Research at the University of Oklahoma, where he taught for more than three decades.