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Category Archives: Policy
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.
5 Ways Scientists Can Fearlessly Shape Science Policy
Scientists should understand politics to navigate the science policy world.
Can Democrats Win Presidential Campaigns with … Data?
Data significantly enhances presidential campaigns, wrote now-Kamala Harris for President alum Ben McGuire in his Master’s thesis at the Kennedy School of Government.
An incomplete list of non-work things I did as an intern in Congress
Interning in Congress involves collaboration, a fast pace, and self-care.
A day in my life interning in Congress (what I wish people knew about working there)
Sheeva recounts a day in her life working in Congress from January to March 2017, at the tail end of the second Obama administration and the beginning of the first Trump administration.
Would you take your science background to Congress?
Scientists can take their talents to a job in Congress to strengthen science in policymaking.
Get Involved in Science Policymaking at the State Level (All 50 US States!)
How is scientific information, and research more generally, used in policymaking? Sheeva summarizes the science research and policy ecosystem as used in the legislatures of all 50 states (and DC).
Standing Up for Science in Oklahoma
On March 7, 2025, Sheeva Azma organized a Stand Up for Science event at the Oklahoma Capitol to advocate for science and scientists.
5 Ways to Plug into Political Campaigns as a Scientist or Science Communicator
Scientists can enhance political discourse by volunteering their expertise for campaigns.
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