Union of Concerned Scientists

We are proud to celebrate our 2024 Science Defenders!⁠ ⁠ Introducing Dr. Rebekah Tromble, a faculty member at School of Media & Public Affairs (SMPA) at The George Washington University. Having faced online harassment firsthand, she was instrumental in establishing a consortium that provides research support, empowering scientists and their organizations to safeguard themselves.⁠ ⁠ 🔗Learn more about Dr. Tromble and UCS's Science Defenders 2024: https://lnkd.in/e-fk_e7M

This fall, the US Environmental Protection Agency released its long-awaited interim Cumulative Impacts Framework, a document intended to guide the agency toward more comprehensive and effective protections for public health. What is it, and why does it matter? The answer is in Kristie Ellickson’s blog:

Get your friends and family to act on climate during the holidays! Our Climate Action Button offers dozens of easy climate change actions that you can take RIGHT NOW. 🌎Clicking the button won't solve the climate crisis. But it'll help! 👇

It’s December, and we’re honoring UCS's 2024 Science Defenders. Meet #BlackinEnvironment! Co-founded by Dr. Dominic Bednar & DR. Regan Patterson, this org hosted its inaugural in-person conference in 2024, uniting hundreds of Black scientists & experts. Learn more about Dr. Patterson & Dr. Bednar and all the 2024 Science Defenders: https://lnkd.in/e-fk_e7M

Texas and Georgia undermined science and public health by sidelining the work of their maternal mortality review commissions. In her latest blog, Darya Minovi explores how suppressing scientific inquiry for political reasons puts women and families at risk. Read more:

As Inauguration Day approaches, the outgoing administration and incoming transition teams prepare for the turnover. This raises an important question: what happens to the existing information on federal websites?

Radiation is associated with a wide range of adverse health outcomes, including acute radiation sickness, burns, cancer, cardiovascular disease, or even death. Discover how radiation exposure affects human health in our latest explainer. #radiation #PublicHealth

🌍⚡️It’s the end of the year, and UCS is honoring our 2024 Science Defenders: four inspiring individuals & groups using science to change the world and help people. Meet Dr. Destenie Nock, a Carnegie Mellon professor and CEO working for #EnergyJustice Dr. Nock’s company develops solutions to help lower-income households avoid power shutoffs due to unpaid bills—making energy access more equitable. Learn more about Dr. Destenie Nock and all the 2024 Science Defenders: https://lnkd.in/e-fk_e7M

There's still time to apply for the Science for Public Good Fund! We're looking to fund projects that aim to advance equitable, science-based policy and/or emphasize local and community impacts. Applications are open now through January 6. ➡️Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eH23t4RK Questions about your application or eligibility? Reach out to Tosin at TFadeyi@ucsusa.org!

The Trump admin’s nominee to lead NOAA must uphold a high standard of scientific integrity and commit to safeguarding the agency’s mission and the work of its dedicated career staff. When the nominee is announced, here’s what we’ll be watching for and why.