This Tuesday we officially started negotiations with Columbia University's administration for a strong 3rd contract! More than 30 of us, postdocs and ARSs, stood behind our bargaining team in a packed room! Next bargaining session is on April 13th 2pm. Look out for updates in your inbox!

Global competition for scientific talent is accelerating. Canada, China, and the EU are investing heavily to attract researchers just as federal research priorities shift. Now is the moment for New York to double down on investment in life sciences. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

China pledges billion-dollar spending boost for science

Funding for national laboratories and important research projects would increase under the government’s plans.

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‪Today we stood together with researchers @kaitlinmurtha.bsky.social @stepsbystef.bsky.social, students, educators, and supporters at the Stand Up for Science rally in NYC. This is what collective action for science looks like.

Join your local Stand Up For Science Rally this Saturday, March 7! See below for the time and location for your area. @standupforscience.bsky.social

We are going to Albany! acesse.one/B8lTN

New York has the chance to replicate Texas's successful, voter-backed biomedical research institutes. Like Texas, we can leverage our world-class research institutions to tackle major diseases, create jobs, and deliver a massive return on investment for the public good. @fundnyscience.bsky.social

Kenny Evans@kennethmevans.bsky.social · 6mo ago

I'm very excited to share our new article "A Texas-Sized, Texas-Shaped Approach to Biomedical Research" in @issuesinst.bsky.social issues.org/texas-resear... @stpolicy.bsky.social @bakerinstitute.bsky.social

"EBRI would allow me to stay and continue the important research that sustains the well-being of all New Yorkers." - Stefano Cataldi @columbiauniversity.bsky.social @stepsbystef.bsky.social

Lobbying in Albany with @uaw.org and @cpw-uaw4100.bsky.social for the Empire Biomedical Research Institute. Learn more: @fundnyscience.bsky.social.

Today in Albany, we made the case to dozens of state legislators and staff for investing in NY science through the Empire State Biomedical Research proposal. #FundNYScience

Science saves lives, creates jobs, and strengthens New York’s economy. We’re fighting for the state to invest in the science that serves the public good. @amsnyc.bsky.social @nycures.bsky.social @uawregion9a.bsky.social @governor.ny.gov

Hear from Kait, a Postdoctoral Fellow @weillcornell.bsky.social, on why she supports funding for life-saving research in New York. @nycures.bsky.social #EmpireBiomedicalResearchInstitute #EBRI

📣 SCOPE is recruiting! We’ve got volunteer leadership roles open for early-career scientists who want to shape science policy, grow new skills, and build community. Apply here: scopepolicy.org/join-our-team/

Check out the final projects of our 2025 Cohort for our New Media Training Course. Vote for your favorite and support these early career scientists as they communicate their science using New Media. Vote here scopepolicy.org/nmc2025-fina...

SCOPE Policy@scopepolicy.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Our inaugural New Media Course participants have been hard at work communicating their science in original social media communications, and now you can vote for your favorite. Visit this link scopepolicy.org/nmc2025-fina... to cast your vote! #newmedia #vote #scicomm #scipol #scopepolicy

SCOPE’s summer course “Engaging with Science Policy Through Traditional and New Media” is in full swing! Meet our cohort at scopepolicy.org/2025-new-med..., and stay tuned for the opportunity to vote on content created by the participants #scopepolicy #newmedia #scicomm

Check out this upcoming event with @nationalacademies.org Join us in person or online. Register at: www.nationalacademies.org/event/44967_...

SCOPE Policy@scopepolicy.bsky.social · last yr.

The ‪@nationalacademies.org is hosting a summit on July 22-23 to reimagine STEMM graduate education and postdoctoral career development. Register for free at this link: www.nationalacademies.org/event/44967_...

Interesting article talking about Working With the “Unelected Representatives". Scientists need to learn how information flows to congressional staffers—and the crucial role they play in setting policy. issues.org/information-...

Issues in Science and Technology@issuesinst.bsky.social · last yr.

Scientific information does not flow into policy the way most scientists think. Twenty years after her jarring first day as a fisheries-biologist-turned-Senate-staffer, @sheril.bsky.social lays out what every scientist hoping to influence policy on the Hill needs to know: issues.org/information-...

🔔 Final reminder! Applications closing today for our FREE course. You'll hear from expert speakers across science, journalism, and digital media, gain hands-on skills, and build a peer network passionate about public engagement. Apply at scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

I’m walking for @aidswalkny on 5/18, and I need your help to reach my goal. Pls join or donate to my team as we raise $ for those affected by #HIV & #AIDS. Visit my page at gmhc.aidswalkny.org/fundraiser/6... and help end AIDS once and for all!

Only a few days left to apply for SCOPE’s FREE New Media Course. Create podcasts, videos & infographics that can engage a wide audience. Don’t miss out. Learn more at: scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

Apply for our New Media Training Course. At scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

SCOPE Policy@scopepolicy.bsky.social · last yr.

Learn to turn complex research into engaging podcasts, videos & infographics in SCOPE’s FREE 10-week New Media Course! Limited spots—apply now! 🔗https://scopepolicy.org/new-media-course/

Protecting HIV/AIDS research is more crucial now than ever. Join me and the Columbia Research Unit for the NYC AIDS Walk on May 18th, and/or support us in reaching our fundraising goal. DONATE here 👉 gmhc.aidswalkny.org/stefanocataldi

Check out this upcoming training by @ucsusa.bsky.social Protecting Scientists Engaging in Advocacy secure.ucsusa.org/a/2025-02-26... Stay tuned for our own upcoming classes with #SCOPEpolicy

Protecting Scientists Engaging in Advocacy

The Union of Concerned Scientists invites you to a webinar to help scientists and experts understand their first amendment rights, enhance their digital privacy, and navigate the risks involved in eng...

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Introducing our new organization, aiming at empowering scientists at all career stages to engage in policymaking and advocate for evidence-based decisions. Check out our website and social media @scopepolicy.bsky.social www.scopepolicy.org

SCOPE Policy@scopepolicy.bsky.social · last yr.

We are a group of early-career scientists aiming to break down barriers between scientists and science policy. Learn more at our link in bio. #SciencePolicy #scicomm

We are a group of early-career scientists aiming to break down barriers between scientists and science policy. Learn more at our link in bio. #SciencePolicy #scicomm

Check out my new article in @issuesinst.bsky.social In a time when equity is under threat, organizing and advocating for better working conditions for ALL early-career researchers is more important than ever. issues.org/postdocs-uni... @uaw.bsky.social #unionpower #dei

The movement for climate action is beginning to loosen the grip of fossil fuels on our politics. A significant step forward for the Biden administration in its final days, before anti-science forces come into power. Source: CNN www.cnn.com/2025/01/06/b... #climatechange #potus #fossilfuels

Biden permanently bans offshore drilling in 625 million acres of ocean, making a Trump reversal difficult | CNN Business

President Joe Biden on Monday announced an executive action that will permanently ban future offshore oil and gas development in parts of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans in a way that could be especia...

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As AI and automation reshape workspaces and working conditions, experts stress that involving workers in tech development improves outcomes, ensuring safer, more effective innovations. Source: @issuesinst.bsky.social doi.org/10.58875/SSW...

A Vision for Centering Workers in Technology Development

Including union and worker perspectives in AI research and development is vital to building effective, fair technologies and public trust.

doi.org

Check out my new publication on @mdpiopenaccess www.mdpi.com/3070628 #supportopenaccess