The European Academies' Science Advisory Council (EASAC) provides independent scientific advice for policy-makers in the EU. EASAC represents the national science academies of EU member states and others. It aims to use scientific evidence to guide EU policymaking. EASAC publishes reports on issues like agriculture, energy, environment and health. Recent reports addressed topics such as plant health risks, spent nuclear fuel management, and genome editing. EASAC also participates in a global science advisory network and projects on issues like food security.