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1Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine and Department of Neurosciences, School of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA 92093, USA. lgoldstein@ucsd.edu
Molecular Biology of the Cell
|September 1, 2012
Summary
The We Are Research initiative mobilizes scientists to advocate for federal funding of biomedical research. This effort highlights the critical role of researchers and emphasizes the importance of public and governmental investment for national health and economic prosperity.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Research Advocacy
- Science Communication
- Public Policy
Background:
- Federal funding is crucial for biomedical research advancement in the United States.
- Effective communication is needed to inform the public and policymakers about research's value.
Purpose of the Study:
- To launch the We Are Research initiative aimed at advocating for federal biomedical research support.
- To empower scientists to engage with elected officials and the public.
Main Methods:
- Mobilizing scientists (graduate students, postdocs, lab members) to contact elected officials and neighbors.
- Providing accurate information through letters, emails, phone calls, and personal visits.
Main Results:
- Initiative launch planned for October 2012, preceding Nobel Prize announcements.
- Focus on demonstrating the importance of individuals in scientific research.
Conclusions:
- Sustained federal investment in biomedical research is vital for national health and economic well-being.
- Public engagement and accurate information dissemination are key to securing research funding.
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