National Academy
Definition
A prestigious public or government-funded institution established to promote the arts, sciences, or academic excellence under the stewardship of the state.
A collective body of scholars, artists, or experts officially recognized by a nation to serve as a high-level advisory board or think tank.
Examples
The National Academy of Engineering managed to spend six months deliberating on the structural integrity of a toaster while the national infrastructure crumbled outside.
Membership in the National Academy is often considered the peak of one's career, conveniently located right before the age where one starts accidentally muted themselves on every video call.
If you ever find yourself needing a fifty-page report on why grass is green, the National Academy is standing by with a ten-million-dollar grant and a very expensive espresso machine.