Instead of accepting Galileo’s theory of heliocentrism, Romans punished him for it. What if things had been different?
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The Supreme Court at a Scientific Crossroads
“We can’t assume that good science automatically translates into good policy through agency expertise,” writes Ella Lesher.
Communicating Uncertainty Is Part of Science
What you don’t know can shape what you know, argues Toby Shu.
Ignoring the Evidence: The Skrmetti Decision
The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s SB1, limiting gender-affirming care for minors, disregarding significant medical consensus.
Lights and Buzzers: The Secret Codes of Congress’s Legislative Call System
In Congress, both the House and Senate have legislative bell systems that help inform members of what is happening during the daily session.
In Government Spending, Congress Has the Power of the Purse
An appropriations bill starts out as just an idea of spending priorities, but by the end of its journey in Congress, it is what keeps our government running.
SciCommers, Use Hooks to Gain Traction Leading to Action
Learn how to write engaging, attention grabbing hooks for essays, journalism, copywriting, speeches, and even social media content.
Frustrated with US Science Policy? Be Proactive, Not Reactive
True leaders are made in tough times. What if some of those leaders were scientists?
Understanding the Science Policy Spectrum, from Small to Large: 10 Essential Skills and 10 Types of Jobs
Working in science policy has it all, whether that’s the hyperlocal and unglamorous or glamorous and downright self-sacrificing.
Yes, It’s Possible to Reclaim Your Scientist Identity after Leaving Academic Science. Here’s How I Did It.
Like most other things in life, your scientific identity doesn’t come from the government or your colleagues. It comes from you doing actual science.
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