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Scientists and congress.

H B Gonzalez

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |April 13, 1984
    PubMed
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    Scientists must engage politically to protect research funding. Personal communication with Congress is crucial as federal science funding decreases and politicization increases, threatening research quality.

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    Area of Science:

    • Science Policy
    • Government Funding
    • Research Advocacy

    Background:

    • Federal funding for scientific research has significantly decreased in recent years.
    • Funding for military research has concurrently increased.
    • The process for selecting research for funding is becoming increasingly politicized.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To advocate for scientists to actively participate in the political process.
    • To emphasize the importance of direct communication with elected officials.
    • To highlight the potential negative impact of current trends on American scientific research.

    Main Methods:

    • This study is a call to action based on observational trends in research funding and policy.
    • It emphasizes the need for proactive engagement by the scientific community.

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    Main Results:

    • Federal funding for scientific research has been severely cut.
    • Military research funding has been increased.
    • The politicization of research funding selection is a growing concern.

    Conclusions:

    • Scientists must actively communicate their views to members of Congress.
    • Personal, frequent, and focused communication is essential for effective advocacy.
    • The quality of American scientific research is threatened by current political and funding trends.