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MetroLab’s mission is focused on the belief that when local governments and universities work together, innovation can thrive in a catalytic and inclusive manner.
🚨 Big news! MetroLab Network is officially joining FAS (@scientistsorg.bsky.social).

We’re scaling our mission and teaming up with an incredible group of policy wonks to deepen our impact across cities and universities.

🔗 New website → fas.org/issue/metrolab/
MetroLab - Federation of American Scientists
Taking good ideas from the lab to local governments through intentional, regular and impact-driven policy alignment, by putting science in cities and enabling transformative partnerships between citie...
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June 2, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Today, our Executive Director, Kate Burns, gave the keynote to 270+ local govs, state agency officials, and university staff at the Developing Data Analytics Capabilities Conference in Athens, GA, highlighting the importance of data governance.
March 20, 2025 at 3:21 PM
💡 Imagine a city where science and research are used to make decisions💡
That’s the future we’re working toward—and you can be part of it! Donate today to support MetroLab’s work in equipping cities with science. bit.ly/3EcnzlO
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Donate Support Innovation in Our Communities At MetroLab Network, we believe in the power of collaboration to solve the most pressing challenges facing our communities. By fostering partnerships be…
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March 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A little louder in the back: let's put science in cities. #MetroLabMerch
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February 26, 2025 at 4:45 PM
It’s vital that federal funding support the exploration of new solutions. Our university community sent us dozens of examples that highlight this very point. Let’s continue working together and investing in this mission. bit.ly/4jRVtgf
Research is the Very Thing We Need for All Communities
In January, the Office of Management and Budget paused grant making. This includes the projected $200.4 billion allocated to federal R&D…
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February 12, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Data sets meets right of way meets news findings. Learn more about the INRIX x MetroLab Challenge -- applications close on the 31st! Click the link below to learn more: www.metrolabnetwork.org/inrix/
INRIX x MetroLab Challenge
INRIX invites Friends of MetroLab to apply to participate in a collaborative project that unlocks unique INRIX data sets to help researchers and innovative local government leaders discover, implem…
www.metrolabnetwork.org
January 27, 2025 at 6:23 PM
T-minus 9 days until applications for the INRIX x MetroLab Challenge applications close! Head over to www.metrolabnetwork.org/inrix/ to learn more and apply! If you have any questions, send us a DM.
INRIX x MetroLab Challenge
INRIX invites Friends of MetroLab to apply to participate in a collaborative project that unlocks unique INRIX data sets to help researchers and innovative local government leaders discover, implem…
www.metrolabnetwork.org
January 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
2024 was the hottest year EVER. And guess what? 2025 will probably be hot too. We’ve joined @scientistsorg.bsky.social and 64 other orgs on a strategy to help communities prepare before the heat hits. #HeatPolicyAgenda

Read more 👀 fas.org/publication/...
2025 Heat Policy Agenda - Federation of American Scientists
This Agenda, if implemented, will build readiness for the 2025 heat season – while laying the foundation for a more heat-resilient nation.
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January 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM