"America First" Will Destroy U.S. Science

  • 0Precision Immunology Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York 10029, USA.

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Summary

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US immigration policies under the "America First" doctrine harm scientific innovation by reducing talent. Scientists must advocate for policy changes and oppose anti-immigrant views to protect American science.

Area Of Science

  • Science and Technology Policy
  • Immigration Studies

Background

  • The "America First" doctrine has led to U.S. government policies aimed at restricting immigration.
  • Immigration is a significant driver of innovation and talent acquisition in American science.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To analyze the detrimental effects of restrictive U.S. immigration policies on the scientific community.
  • To advocate for the reversal of policies that harm scientific progress and talent.

Main Methods

  • Policy analysis of U.S. immigration regulations under the "America First" doctrine.
  • Assessment of the impact on scientific talent and innovation.

Main Results

  • Restrictive immigration policies have led to a loss of scientific talent in the United States.
  • These policies undermine the innovation engine crucial for scientific advancement.

Conclusions

  • The "America First" immigration policies pose a severe threat to American science.
  • Scientists are urged to actively work towards reversing these policies and condemning anti-immigrant sentiments.

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