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Public Policy OfficesDistrict of Columbia, United States2-10 Employees
MetroLab Network is a non-profit organization that brings local governments and universities together to translate research into practical policy and implementation. It functions as a convener and thought leader at the intersection of academia and public sector innovation, offering programming and opportunities to learn from local government-university partnerships. The organization was launched in 2015 by 40 mayors and university leaders as part of the White House Smart Cities Initiative. Based in Washington, DC, its principal audience comprises cities, counties, and universities seeking to advance technology-enabled governance and data-informed policy. A notable recent development is the 2025 partnership with the Federation of American Scientists to connect government with science and technology for local policymaking and innovation.