Sheeva details the extraordinary circumstances under which she, a life scientist by training, became someone who understands the economy and economic policy.
Category Archives: Policy
Lawmakers Defunded Soooo Much Healthcare in the Big, Beautiful Bill (especially for Oklahomans)
Does this Congress promote our general welfare like the Constitution says they should? Sheeva says: not really.
Countdown to the 2026 US Midterm Elections
Politics moves fast! It’s already time for the 2026 midterms cycle.
Book Review: 107 DAYS by Kamala Harris
Sheeva reviews 107 DAYS, a book by 2024 presidential candidate Kamala Harris, who had 107 days to make her case to the American people.
Book Review: From Expertise to Impact by Deborah Stine, PhD
Dr. Deborah Stine’s book, FROM EXPERTISE TO IMPACT, helps scientists apply their knowledge to achieve scientifically sound policies.
The Geopolitics of Tech Research and Development
Scientific innovation—especially in AI, biotech, and quantum—are matters of national security, ethics, and global influence.
Recap: Stand Up for Science with Fancy Comma – Article I Teach-In
A recent report finds that the Trump administration’s cancellation of science grants appropriated by Congress broke federal law.
How do non-scientist judges understand scientific evidence?
Judges interpret scientific evidence in court, facing challenges of accuracy and complexity.
Loper Bright: an Explainer for Scientists
Toby Shu explains the impact of the Loper Bright Supreme Court decision, which relates to scientific expertise in government.
Neuroscience in the Real World: Do Scientists and Lawyers See Eye to Eye?
Scientists don’t see eye-to-eye on science, argues Ella Lesher, as she breaks down the differences between scientific and legal evidence.