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Adriana Bankston spent a year working for Rep. Bill Foster in Congress. She says scientists can advance evidence-based policymaking in Congress.
Sheeva recaps her experience in Trump 1.0.
A moderator doesn’t just pick their panelists’ brains, but does so in a way that is interesting and enjoyable for all involved.
Being a science creative involves unique challenges.
Sheeva has compiled a list of songs to listen to while walking around the nation’s capital.
Sheeva details the extraordinary circumstances under which she, a life scientist by training, became someone who understands the economy and economic policy.
Does this Congress promote our general welfare like the Constitution says they should? Sheeva says: not really.
Politics moves fast! It’s already time for the 2026 midterms cycle.
Sheeva reviews 107 DAYS, a book by 2024 presidential candidate Kamala Harris, who had 107 days to make her case to the American people.
Sheeva shares some of her favorite quotes from one of her favorite short story writers, Jorge Luis Borges.
Read about Sheeva’s summer reading Isabel Allende.
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Congress.gov is a powerful website — if you know how to use it.
Sheeva discusses a few things in life that have helped her be more creative and productive as a writer.
Dr. Deborah Stine’s book, FROM EXPERTISE TO IMPACT, helps scientists apply their knowledge to achieve scientifically sound policies.
Learn about Fancy Comma’s “Defunded Science Series.”
“American Indians are not perceived when theaters of being Indian are knocked down. We are not perceived when we choose to leave,” writes David Shane Lowry in his book, LUMBEE PIPELINES.
Scientific innovation—especially in AI, biotech, and quantum—are matters of national security, ethics, and global influence.
A recent report finds that the Trump administration’s cancellation of science grants appropriated by Congress broke federal law.
Judges interpret scientific evidence in court, facing challenges of accuracy and complexity.
Toby Shu explains the impact of the Loper Bright Supreme Court decision, which relates to scientific expertise in government.
Scientists don’t see eye-to-eye on science, argues Ella Lesher, as she breaks down the differences between scientific and legal evidence.
Instead of accepting Galileo’s theory of heliocentrism, Romans punished him for it. What if things had been different?
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