New scientific council to study unidentified phenomena
New scientific council to study unidentified phenomena
Updated at: June 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM
In mid-2026, the scientific community took a significant step toward solving the mystery of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).
A new UAP Science Advisory Council has been established to offer evidence-based guidance to the U.S. government.
Led by Harvard physicist Dr.
Michael Shermer, a well-known skeptic, ensuring that the council maintains a rigorous, objective approach to inquiry.
The council operates under a UAP Governance Board, working alongside agencies like the FBI and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
Its primary goal is to determine if UAP sightings pose national security risks or represent groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
This effort reflects a broader trend of increased governmental transparency, following the implementation of the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters.
By prioritizing hard science, the council hopes to move the conversation from mystery toward clarity, setting a new standard for how we investigate the unknown.
