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| type        = [[Government shutdown|Shutdown]] and digital policy updates
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The past month continues to be overshadowed by the [[2025 United States federal government shutdown|federal government shutdown]], which began on October 1, 2025, due to congressional failure to pass a continuing resolution. This has severely impacted web operations, with agencies furloughing staff, pausing content updates, and displaying static shutdown banners on sites. Essential services like Social Security payments and veterans' benefits websites remain active but with limited functionality. Below is an updated summary of the most relevant developments, with hyperlinks to primary sources where available, focusing on digital services, modernization, and guidance for web teams.
The '''Genesis Mission''' is a United States government initiative established by [https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/11/28/2025-21665/launching-the-genesis-mission Executive Order 14363], signed by President [[Donald Trump]] on November 24, 2025.<ref name="eo">{{cite web |url=https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/11/launching-the-genesis-mission/ |title=Executive Order: Launching the Genesis Mission |date=November 24, 2025 |publisher=The White House}}</ref><ref name="factsheet">{{cite web |url=https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/11/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-unveils-the-genesis-missionto-accelerate-ai-for-scientific-discovery/ |title=Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Unveils the Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI for Scientific Discovery |date=November 24, 2025 |publisher=The White House}}</ref> The program is administered by the [[Department of Energy]] (DOE) in coordination with the White House [[Office of Science and Technology Policy]].<ref name="doe">{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-launches-genesis-mission-transform-american-science-and-innovation |title=Energy Department Launches Genesis Mission to Transform American Science and Innovation |date=November 24, 2025 |publisher=U.S. Department of Energy}}</ref> Its primary objective is to double the productivity and impact of federally funded scientific research and development within a decade through large-scale application of [[artificial intelligence]] (AI), high-performance computing, and quantum technologies.<ref name="factsheet" /><ref name="genesis-site">{{cite web |url=https://genesis.energy.gov/ |title=Genesis Mission – Official Website |access-date=December 4, 2025 |publisher=U.S. Department of Energy}}</ref>


== Government Shutdown Disrupts Agency Websites and Digital Services ==
The initiative establishes a secure national platform that integrates the DOE’s 17 [[National Laboratories]], exascale supercomputers, and more than 100 petabytes of unique scientific data to train domain-specific AI foundation models and enable closed-loop autonomous experimentation.<ref name="doe" /><ref name="genesis-site" />
'''Overview''': The shutdown has furloughed over 750,000 federal employees, halting non-essential web updates and transactions across agencies. Sites must display banners about the lapse, and inbound queries are minimized. Full resumption depends on appropriations; as of October 8, no deal is in sight, with the impasse entering its second week.


'''Specific Impacts''':
== Background and establishment ==
* DHS has limited web and social media operations, delaying responses and transactions until funding resumes.
The Genesis Mission was formally announced on November 24, 2025.<ref name="eo" /><ref name="factsheet" /> It builds on a series of 2025 Trump administration executive actions promoting American AI leadership, including the January 2025 order removing regulatory barriers to AI development and the July 2025 “America’s AI Action Plan.”<ref name="factsheet" />
* FCC websites warn of unprocessed transactions and outdated information.
* National Park Service sites feature shutdown banners, some politicized, prompting Hatch Act complaints.
* OMB's September 25 memo directed RIF plans for non-priority programs, exempting military and law enforcement, potentially leading to permanent web staff cuts.


'''Guidance for Web Managers''': Maintain "bare-bones" essential info only; use mySocialSecurity for benefit queries to reduce load. OPM advises on backpay post-shutdown.
Administration officials have described the mission as a response to evidence of declining U.S. scientific productivity since the mid-20th century despite steadily increasing federal R&D investment, citing metrics such as falling rates of new drug approvals and transformative discoveries.<ref name="factsheet" /> The initiative is frequently compared by its proponents to historic national efforts including the [[Manhattan Project]] and [[Apollo program]].<ref name="doe" />


=== Links ===
== Objectives ==
* [https://www.npr.org/series/g-s1-91413/government-shutdown-2025 NPR: 2025 Government Shutdown Series] (October 7 overview of impacts).
The mission pursues three overarching national priorities:<ref name="factsheet" /><ref name="genesis-site" />
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/government-shutdown-clock/ White House: Government Shutdown Clock] (real-time tracker and VA extensions).
* [https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/government-shutdown-latest-stalemate-trump-senate-vote/ CBS News: Shutdown Live Updates] (October 7 developments, including aviation delays).
* [https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/06/shutdown-stalemate-negotiations-00594594 POLITICO: Shutdown Stalemate] (October 6 analysis of negotiations and pay risks).
* [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/white-house-says-layoffs-will-start-if-trump-sees-shutdown-talks-going-nowhere-2025-10-05/ Reuters: White House on Layoffs] (October 5 on RIF preparations).
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_United_States_federal_government_shutdown Wikipedia: 2025 U.S. Federal Government Shutdown] (timeline and context).
* [https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/government-shutdown-news-10-05-25 CNN: Shutdown Updates (October 5)] (firings and impacts).
* [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/06/federal-government-shutdown-day-6-2025/86542702007/ USA Today: Shutdown Day 6] (October 6 status and services).
* [https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/10/5/white-house-threatens-mass-layoffs-amid-deepening-us-government-shutdown Al Jazeera: Mass Layoffs Threat] (October 5 on furloughs).
* [https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/government-shutdown-news-10-04-25 CNN: Shutdown Day 4] (October 5 on firings).
* [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/05/is-the-federal-government-still-shut-down-october-5-2025/86530508007/ USA Today: Shutdown Day 5] (October 5 operations).
* [https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10/03/us/trump-news-government-shutdown NYT: Plans to End Shutdown Fail] (October 3 votes).
* [https://bera.house.gov/shutdownquestions OPM: Shutdown FAQ] (October 1 guidance).
* [https://stanton.house.gov/2025-shutdown Rep. Stanton: 2025 Shutdown Info] (September 29 prep, including tours).


== Federal Website Modernization Initiatives Amid Uncertainty ==
* Achieving American energy dominance through AI-accelerated development of advanced nuclear fission, fusion energy, and modernized electric grids.
'''White House Push for Design Overhaul''': Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia leads the National Design Studio to redesign ~26,000 federal sites for better usability, accessibility, and mobile performance. Focus on scalability for services like Social Security.
* Advancing fundamental discovery science in fields such as biotechnology, quantum information science, particle physics, and materials discovery.
* Strengthening national security by enhancing nuclear stockpile stewardship without physical testing, reducing reliance on foreign critical materials, and accelerating defense-related materials and manufacturing.


'''FedRAMP Modernization Launch''': On October 2, FedRAMP updated with enhanced security, risk models, and cloud authorization streamlining—critical for web managers using cloud services. Phase Two pilot submissions open October 16–December 16.
The administration has set an explicit goal of doubling the output and impact of U.S. federal research and development by approximately 2035.<ref name="doe" /><ref name="genesis-site" />


'''Permitting Dashboard Expansion''': White House directs agencies to improve digital permitting tools with public timelines; Salesforce highlights web enhancements for stakeholders.
== Priority research domains ==
Official documents identify the following priority areas:<ref name="factsheet" />


=== Links ===
* Biotechnology and life sciences
* [https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-white-house-wants-to-beautify-us-websites-this-airbnb-co-founder-is-in-charge/ CNET: White House Beautifies Websites with Gebbia] (August 25, but ongoing; August coverage as latest).
* [[Critical materials]] and supply-chain resilience
* [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/new-trump-design-chief-aims-improve-thousands-us-government-websites-2025-08-23/ Reuters: Trump Design Chief Gebbia] (August 23 initiative).
* Nuclear fission and fusion energy
* [https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/white-house-taps-airbnb-co-founder-1st-government-design-head-lead-huge-web-overhaul Fox Business: Gebbia Leads Web Overhaul] (August 24 EO).
* Space exploration technologies
* [https://fedscoop.com/airbnb-tesla-joe-gebbia-appointed-white-house-chief-design-officer/ FedScoop: Gebbia as Chief Design Officer] (August 25 role).
* Quantum information science
* [https://federalnewsnetwork.com/it-modernization/2025/08/trump-taps-doge-aligned-tech-leader-to-overhaul-federal-websites/ Federal News Network: Trump Taps Gebbia] (August 26 details).
* Semiconductors and microelectronics
* [https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/new-trump-design-chief-to-redesign-us-government-websites-glbs-2775864-2025-08-24 India Today: Gebbia Redesign] (August 23 portals).
* [https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/08/24/joe-gebbia-trump-design-studio/ Washington Post: Gebbia Improves Sites] (August 24 overhaul).
* [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/style/joe-gebbia-trump-design-officer-airbnb.html NYT: Gebbia Skepticism] (August 27 influences).
* [https://parametric-architecture.com/donald-trump-joe-gebbia-airbnb/ Parametric Architecture: NDS EO] (August 29 studio).
* [https://meritalk.com/articles/white-house-names-joe-gebbia-first-chief-design-officer/ MeriTalk: Gebbia Chief Officer] (design focus).
* [https://www.fedramp.gov/2023-12-14-fedramp-modernization-overview/ FedRAMP: Modernization Overview] (ongoing, October intro).
* [https://www.fedramp.gov/2025-09-30-fedramp-built-a-modern-foundation-in-fy25-to-deliver-massive-improvements-in-fy26/ FedRAMP: FY25 Foundation] (September 30 updates).
* [https://www.nextgov.com/acquisition/2025/09/gsa-launches-second-phase-fedramp-20x-backed-omb/408356/ Nextgov: FedRAMP 20x Phase 2] (September 24 pilot).
* [https://www.fedramp.gov/2025-05-29-fedramp-20x-two-months-in-and-taking-off/ FedRAMP: 20x Update] (May, but Phase 2 October).
* [https://www.cyberarrow.io/blog/fedramp-20x-phase-two/ CyberArrow: Phase Two Details] (October 6 submission window).
* [https://www.fedramp.gov/2025-04-24-fedramp-20x-one-month-in-and-moving-fast/ FedRAMP: One Month In] (April, context).
* [https://www.fedramp.gov/blog/ FedRAMP Blog] (latest posts).


== Hiring and Operational Reforms Affecting Web Teams ==
== Infrastructure and technical approach ==
'''Two-Page Resume Standard''': OPM's Merit Hiring Plan limits USAJOBS resumes to two pages effective September 27, with FAQs issued September 2. This streamlines digital role recruitment.
The core element is the “American Science and Security Platform,” a federated, secure infrastructure that combines:<ref name="eo" /><ref name="genesis-site" />


'''Mass Layoff Preparations''': OMB's September 25 memo requires RIF plans for non-priority areas, sparking AFGE lawsuits. Exemptions for core functions; potential permanent cuts to web staff.
* DOE exascale supercomputing systems (Frontier, Aurora, El Capitan, etc.)
* Decades of proprietary experimental and simulation data
* High-throughput scientific instruments and robotic laboratories
* Private-sector AI models and cloud resources under strict government data controls


'''OPM Charity Drive Launch''': Combined Federal Campaign (October 1–December 31) may be its last; update intranet portals.
The platform is designed to support closed-loop scientific loops in which AI systems propose hypotheses, design experiments, interpret results, and iteratively improve models under human supervision.<ref name="genesis-site" />


=== Links ===
== Leadership and governance ==
* [https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/ OPM: Two-Page Limit Guidance] (implementation).
* Lead agency: United States Department of Energy<ref name="doe" />
* [https://www.opm.gov/news/opm-implements-two-page-resume-standard-to-streamline-federal-hiring/ OPM: Resume Standard News] (September 27 effect).
* Genesis Mission Director: Under Secretary for Science and Innovation Dr. Darío Gil<ref name="doe" />
* [https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/ OPM: Applicant Guidance] (tips).
* Inter-agency coordination: Assistant to the President for Science and Technology Michael Kratsios (as of December 2025)<ref name="factsheet" />
* [https://www.fedweek.com/issue-briefs/opm-issues-guidance-on-new-2-page-resume-standard/ FedWeek: OPM FAQ] (September 3 details).
* National security components: National Nuclear Security Administration<ref name="doe" />
* [https://news.clearancejobs.com/2025/09/16/two-page-federal-resume-implementation-guidance/ ClearanceJobs: Implementation] (September 16).
* [https://www.fedagent.com/news/two-page-resume-requirement-for-federal-jobs-starts-september-27-2025 Fedagent: Requirement Starts] (August 28, September 27).
* [https://federalnewsnetwork.com/hiring-retention/2025/07/how-to-fit-your-whole-government-career-and-executive-qualifications-into-a-two-page-resume/ Federal News Network: Fitting Qualifications] (July, prep).
* [https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USOPM/bulletins/3f41f70 GovDelivery: OPM Bulletin] (September 24).
* [https://www.dodciviliancareers.com/two-page-resume-guidance DOD: Resume Guidance] (September 30).
* [https://news.clearancejobs.com/2025/09/12/usajobs-two-page-federal-resume-rule-starts-soon-heres-how-to-get-ready/ ClearanceJobs: USAJOBS Rule] (September 12).
* [https://www.politico.com/news/2025/09/24/white-house-firings-shutdown-00579909 POLITICO: White House Firings] (September 25 memo).
* [https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/reductions-in-force-rif/ OPM: RIF Guidance] (general, September samples).
* [https://www.opm.gov/chcoc/latest-memos/guidance-on-agency-rif-and-reorganization-plans-requested-by-implementing-the-president-s-department-of-government-efficiency-workforce-optimization-initiative.pdf OPM/OMB: RIF Memo] (March, but September context).
* [https://www.narfe.org/blog/2025/03/04/omb-opm-release-memorandum-directing-rifs-to-federal-agencies/ NARFE: OMB/OPM Memo] (March 4, ongoing).
* [https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/reference-materials/special-instructions-for-agencies-affected-by-a-possible-lapse-in-appropriations-starting-on-10-1-2025/ OPM: Lapse Instructions] (September 30).
* [https://www.lawfaremedia.org/article/reductions-in-force-during-shutdowns Lawfare: RIFs During Shutdowns] (September 29).
* [https://www.gelawyer.com/blog/2025/03/reduction-in-force-rif-guidance-memorandum-analyzed/ Gilbert: RIF Analysis] (March 5).
* [https://www.govexec.com/management/2025/09/agencies-should-prep-mass-layoffs-if-shutdown-occurs-white-house-says/408364/ GovExec: Mass Layoffs Prep] (September 25).
* [https://epicforamerica.org/federal-budget/epic-explainer-reductions-in-force-and-the-government-shutdown/ EPIC: RIF Explainer] (September 30).
* [https://www.fedsmith.com/2025/09/25/white-house-prepares-rif-plans-as-shutdown-standoff-deepens/ FedSmith: RIF Plans] (September 25).


== Other Notable Digital and Policy Updates ==
== Private-sector partners ==
'''Executive Orders and Guidance''': EO 14355 (September 30, published October 7) directs AI use in pediatric cancer research via the MAHA Commission, influencing health web tools. OMB M-25-13 (January, but September analysis) requires financial assistance reviews, affecting grant portals.
As of December 2025, the official Genesis Mission website lists the following industry collaborators:<ref name="genesis-site" />


'''Industry Tools for Federal Use''': Figma Sites (September 18) adds custom fonts, accessibility, and password protection for compliant prototyping. Framer's Figma import/mode enables direct web publishing for rapid redesigns.
* Anthropic
* NVIDIA
* OpenAI (government-focused offerings)
* IBM
* Microsoft
* AMD
* Amazon Web Services
* Google
* Oracle


'''Cyber and Cloud Focus''': "Strengthening Cloud Security" event (October 3) covers AI compliance for web infrastructure.
Additional partnerships are expected to be announced.<ref name="genesis-site" />


=== Links ===
== Implementation status ==
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/09/unlocking-cures-for-pediatric-cancer-with-artificial-intelligence/ White House: EO 14355] (September 30).
As of December 4, 2025:
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/09/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-prioritizes-harnessing-american-ai-innovation-to-unlock-cures-for-pediatric-cancer/ White House: Fact Sheet] (September 30).
* [https://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/trumps-executive-order-cancer-research-comes-important-fine-print-rcna235017 MSNBC: Cancer EO Fine Print] (October 2).
* [https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/trump-executive-order-aims-use-ai-boost-childhood-cancer-research-2025-09-30/ Reuters: Trump AI Order] (September 30).
* [https://regulations.justia.com/regulations/fedreg/2025/10/07/2025-19495.html Justia: EO 14355 Text] (October 7).
* [https://cancerletter.com/cancer-policy/20251003_7a/ Cancer Letter: Trump Signs Order] (October 3).
* [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-signs-executive-order-harness-ai-fight-against-childhood-cancers Fox News: AI for Cancer] (September 30).
* [https://ballotpedia.org/Executive_Order:_Unlocking_Cures_for_Pediatric_Cancer_with_Artificial_Intelligence_%28Donald_Trump%2C_2025%29 Ballotpedia: EO Summary] (September 30).
* [https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-doubles-ai-backed-childhood-cancer-research-funding.html HHS: Doubles Funding] (September 30).
* [https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/blogs/trump-executive-order-tracker/unlocking-cures-for-pediatric-cancer-with-artificial-intelligence Akin: EO Tracker] (details).
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/information-resources/guidance/memoranda/ OMB: Memoranda] (M-25-13).
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/M-25-13-Temporary-Pause-to-Review-Agency-Grant-Loan-and-Other-Financial-Assistance-Programs.pdf White House: M-25-13 PDF] (January 27).
* [https://dcg.usc.edu/2025/01/28/summary-of-omb-memo-m-25-13-temporary-pause-on-financial-assistance-programs/ USC: OMB Summary] (January 28).
* [https://www.macomptroller.org/announcement/fiscal-year-memo-2025-15-guidance-on-omb-memo-m-25-15-temporary-pause-of-agency-grant-loan-and-other-financial-assistance-programs/ MA Comptroller: FY Memo] (January 29).
* [https://www.nafsa.org/regulatory-information/omb-memorandum-temporary-pause-agency-grant-loan-and-other-financial NAFSA: OMB Memo] (January).
* [https://bidenwhitehouse.archives.gov/omb/information-for-agencies/memoranda/ OMB Archives: Memoranda] (context).
* [https://www.heinrich.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/instructions_for_federal_financial_assistance_program_analysis_in_support_of_m-25-13.pdf Heinrich Senate: Instructions] (February 7).
* [https://www.nationalspecialdistricts.org/files/c6710ee99/Paragon%2BMemo%2B-%2BOMB%2BDirective%2Bon%2BFederal%2BFinancial%2BAssistance%2B-%2BNSDA%2B-%2BJanuary%2B28.pdf NSDA: Analysis] (January 28).
* [https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/white-house-fact-sheet-omb-qa-regarding-memorandum-m-25-13 Presidency Project: Fact Sheet] (Q&A).
* [https://www.bhfs.com/insight/analysis-of-omb-s-temporary-funding-pause/ Brownstein: Funding Pause] (January 28).
* [https://www.figma.com/release-notes/ Figma: Release Notes] (September 18 updates).
* [https://forum.figma.com/product-updates-3 Figma Forum: Updates] (September 24).
* [https://www.figma.com/blog/config-2025-recap/ Figma Blog: Config 2025] (Sites launch).
* [https://releasebot.io/updates/figma Releasebot: September Changelogs] (summary).
* [https://designsystems.surf/articles/one-stack-to-rule-them-all-figma-s-2025-power-suite-and-what-it-means-for-your-workflow Surf: 2025 Release] (tools).
* [https://www.framer.com/academy/lessons/framer-fundamentals-importing-from-figma-and-the-web Framer Academy: Figma Import] (mode).
* [https://www.webbycrown.com/framer-vs-figma/ WebbyCrown: Framer vs Figma] (2025 comparison).
* [https://gizmodo.com/framer-figma-killer-2000649692 Gizmodo: Framer Funding] (August 28, mode context).
* [https://www.figma.com/community/plugin/1037108608720448600/figma-to-html-with-framer Figma Plugin: Framer Export] (import).
* [https://help.figma.com/hc/en-us/articles/360041539473-Frames-in-Figma-Design Figma Help: Frames] (related).
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Web_Managers_Council Wikipedia: Web Managers Council] (no new October; general).
* [https://itlaw.fandom.com/wiki/Federal_Web_Managers_Council IT Law Wiki: Council] (overview).
* [https://digital.gov/communities/web-content-managers Digital.gov: Join Web Managers] (community).
* [https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/sites/default/files/omb/egov/digital-government/digital-government.html Obama Archives: Digital Gov] (historical).
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK82281/ NCBI: Requirements Checklist] (checklist).


== See also ==
* The DOE has mobilized its 17 National Laboratories for rapid stand-up.<ref name="doe" />
* [[2025 United States federal government shutdown]]
* A portfolio of at least 20 high-priority science and technology challenges is in preparation for release in early 2026.<ref name="eo" />
* [[Federal Web Managers Council]]
* Secure data-sharing and model-training agreements with industry partners are under negotiation.<ref name="genesis-site" />
* [[FedRAMP]]
* No dedicated congressional appropriation has been enacted; the program currently operates under existing DOE authorities and budgets.<ref name="factsheet" />
 
== Related initiatives ==
* American Science and Security Platform (the technical infrastructure created by the mission)
* Proposed GENESIS Act (legislation introduced December 2, 2025 by Rep. Mike Kennedy to codify and fund the mission; not enacted as of December 2025)


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* [https://www.opm.gov OPM.gov] – Real-time updates
* [https://genesis.energy.gov/ Official website]
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/omb OMB.gov] – Guidance memos
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/11/launching-the-genesis-mission/ Executive Order establishing the Genesis Mission]
* [https://digital.gov Digital.gov] – Federal Web Managers Council community
* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/11/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-unveils-the-genesis-missionto-accelerate-ai-for-scientific-discovery/ White House Fact Sheet]
* [https://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-launches-genesis-mission-transform-american-science-and-innovation DOE announcement]


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The Genesis Mission is a United States government initiative established by Executive Order 14363, signed by President Donald Trump on November 24, 2025.[1][2] The program is administered by the Department of Energy (DOE) in coordination with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.[3] Its primary objective is to double the productivity and impact of federally funded scientific research and development within a decade through large-scale application of artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing, and quantum technologies.[2][4]

The initiative establishes a secure national platform that integrates the DOE’s 17 National Laboratories, exascale supercomputers, and more than 100 petabytes of unique scientific data to train domain-specific AI foundation models and enable closed-loop autonomous experimentation.[3][4]

Background and establishment

The Genesis Mission was formally announced on November 24, 2025.[1][2] It builds on a series of 2025 Trump administration executive actions promoting American AI leadership, including the January 2025 order removing regulatory barriers to AI development and the July 2025 “America’s AI Action Plan.”[2]

Administration officials have described the mission as a response to evidence of declining U.S. scientific productivity since the mid-20th century despite steadily increasing federal R&D investment, citing metrics such as falling rates of new drug approvals and transformative discoveries.[2] The initiative is frequently compared by its proponents to historic national efforts including the Manhattan Project and Apollo program.[3]

Objectives

The mission pursues three overarching national priorities:[2][4]

  • Achieving American energy dominance through AI-accelerated development of advanced nuclear fission, fusion energy, and modernized electric grids.
  • Advancing fundamental discovery science in fields such as biotechnology, quantum information science, particle physics, and materials discovery.
  • Strengthening national security by enhancing nuclear stockpile stewardship without physical testing, reducing reliance on foreign critical materials, and accelerating defense-related materials and manufacturing.

The administration has set an explicit goal of doubling the output and impact of U.S. federal research and development by approximately 2035.[3][4]

Priority research domains

Official documents identify the following priority areas:[2]

  • Biotechnology and life sciences
  • Critical materials and supply-chain resilience
  • Nuclear fission and fusion energy
  • Space exploration technologies
  • Quantum information science
  • Semiconductors and microelectronics

Infrastructure and technical approach

The core element is the “American Science and Security Platform,” a federated, secure infrastructure that combines:[1][4]

  • DOE exascale supercomputing systems (Frontier, Aurora, El Capitan, etc.)
  • Decades of proprietary experimental and simulation data
  • High-throughput scientific instruments and robotic laboratories
  • Private-sector AI models and cloud resources under strict government data controls

The platform is designed to support closed-loop scientific loops in which AI systems propose hypotheses, design experiments, interpret results, and iteratively improve models under human supervision.[4]

Leadership and governance

  • Lead agency: United States Department of Energy[3]
  • Genesis Mission Director: Under Secretary for Science and Innovation Dr. Darío Gil[3]
  • Inter-agency coordination: Assistant to the President for Science and Technology Michael Kratsios (as of December 2025)[2]
  • National security components: National Nuclear Security Administration[3]

Private-sector partners

As of December 2025, the official Genesis Mission website lists the following industry collaborators:[4]

  • Anthropic
  • NVIDIA
  • OpenAI (government-focused offerings)
  • IBM
  • Microsoft
  • AMD
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Google
  • Oracle

Additional partnerships are expected to be announced.[4]

Implementation status

As of December 4, 2025:

  • The DOE has mobilized its 17 National Laboratories for rapid stand-up.[3]
  • A portfolio of at least 20 high-priority science and technology challenges is in preparation for release in early 2026.[1]
  • Secure data-sharing and model-training agreements with industry partners are under negotiation.[4]
  • No dedicated congressional appropriation has been enacted; the program currently operates under existing DOE authorities and budgets.[2]

Related initiatives

  • American Science and Security Platform (the technical infrastructure created by the mission)
  • Proposed GENESIS Act (legislation introduced December 2, 2025 by Rep. Mike Kennedy to codify and fund the mission; not enacted as of December 2025)

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Executive Order: Launching the Genesis Mission". The White House. November 24, 2025. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/11/launching-the-genesis-mission/. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 "Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Unveils the Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI for Scientific Discovery". The White House. November 24, 2025. https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/11/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-unveils-the-genesis-missionto-accelerate-ai-for-scientific-discovery/. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 "Energy Department Launches Genesis Mission to Transform American Science and Innovation". U.S. Department of Energy. November 24, 2025. https://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-launches-genesis-mission-transform-american-science-and-innovation. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 "Genesis Mission – Official Website". U.S. Department of Energy. https://genesis.energy.gov/. 

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