Erin Heath
@PublicHeath
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Supporting science at AAAS. Any opinions are my own. she/her
Joined April 2009
🦠The inimitable @Radiolab is at it again, reporting on federally funded researchers studying life in @YellowstoneNPS hot springs. These Golden Goose Awardees' unexpected discovery ultimately saved millions of lives! Listen to "The Age of Aquaticus" here: https://t.co/xmGrDFjdgu
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Earlier today, AAAS CEO @sudipsparikh testified as a bipartisan witness before the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, warning that without immediate action, the U.S. runs the risk of losing its position as a global leader in biomedical research and innovation.
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Updated data on the impact of @NIH research funding in FY24 now available #keepNIHStrong
https://t.co/m2ukZtXT6J
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New @AEI analysis finds federal R&D funding has even greater economic benefits than commonly believed. Investments generate significant positive spillovers, boosting productivity & innovation across the economy. Learn more in the the full analysis⬇️
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It’s a no-brainer that American public policy should aim to significantly increase government and private-sector R&D investment to boost innovation-driven productivity and economic growth. Today's...
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Science, Research and Policy Communities Honor Rep. Frank Lucas’ Leadership of House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
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Thank you for all the kind words from Members who shared their appreciation for Chairman Lucas and his support for NSF, innovation, and bipartisanship! @RepBrianBabin @JayObernolte @RepHaleyStevens @RepDeborahRoss @RepMikeCollins @RepBice @CongressmanKean @RepVinceFong @RepChuck
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For our 40th anniversary, we created a survey to learn more about the science & tech policy community we serve, and to provide a space for that community to share its goals. Add your voice before the survey closes on Thursday. #SciPol #SciComm #SciPolJobs
https://t.co/B3OHTVyPKa
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Proud to be a small part of the team behind this report. Congratulations @SciTechAction, @katharinelackey and the entire @SubjectTeam!
The State of Science in America Report has been recognized as a “Grand Winner🏆” at the @ApexAwardsFPE. The report highlights the urgent need to prioritize science & tech in the US, and we thank our members and partners for their collaboration. Learn more: https://t.co/nti1reOz9m
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🔔 #SCOTUS overturns the Chevron doctrine. This will fundamentally change federal decision-making as courts increasingly review science behind rules. AAAS is poised to support the urgent need to scale expertise and evidence in the judiciary. Learn more: https://t.co/alZe9KNjMr
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We're sad to share the passing of Dr. V. Craig Jordan, 2021 Golden Goose Awardee. Dr. Jordan's breakthrough research on breast cancer treatments saved and improved millions of lives, and his work will have a lasting impact on the world.
We mourn the loss of pharmacologist Dr. V. Craig Jordan, who discovered Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs) and developed breakthrough breast cancer treatments. Read more about his legacy: https://t.co/EHl80tLAvy
#EndCancer
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BREAKING NEWS: Following our historic AI Insight Forums over the past year Our Bipartisan Senate AI Working Group is releasing an AI Policy Roadmap: https://t.co/y7FHFOoRDa
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Who will be the global leader in #science & #technology in the next 5 years? Our findings in the #StateOfScienceInAmerica report featured in @WSJ indicated that 60% of Americans believe #China will be the global leader. We can't let that happen.
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🌏 Over 150 #STEMM students from 27 states (plus international students) are here in DC to kick off the #MakingOurCASE Workshop! We couldn't be more excited to welcome them & talk #SciPol, #SciComm & advocacy this week.
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Today's the day - will you be watching the #TotalSolarEclipse2024? ☀️🌖🌎 Whether you are in the path of totality or just able to catch a partial view, check out what these AAAS kids imagine the Sun, Moon, and Earth would say if they could talk.
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Are you getting ready for the 2024 #AAASmtg in Denver? Be sure to download the meeting app and start planning your itinerary ahead of time: https://t.co/CCHGUoyRKJ
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sad to miss @aaas #AAASmtg this year, but #scipol followers - check out this session list by @ESEPCoalition for a cheat sheet on where to be! You'll find @PublicHeath @SciPolGuy @SciPolNetwork @SciNetUCS @SciPolJournal @ISSUESinST @smr32 there! https://t.co/oKyNYm3ZPN
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📢The ESEP Town Hall at the @aaas Annual Meeting is back! Join #SciPol session reps to get a preview of what's in store. Plus, the capacity cap has been LIFTED - so if you weren't able to sign up while registering for the #AAASmtg, you now can: https://t.co/5M7JVwaJss?
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EBJ was a legend. She will be greatly missed.
Amongst her many achievements, Eddie Bernice Johnson fought for scientific advancement and for a STEMM workforce that reflects the diversity of our nation. She will be deeply missed. Our full statement from AAAS CEO @sudipsparikh is available here: https://t.co/oDmBybjsAw
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📢Announcement: The in-person CASE Workshop is back! Undergrad and grad #STEMM students are invited to learn about science policy in Washington, DC, from April 14-17, 2024. #SciPol #MakingOurCASE
https://t.co/t5dlI3YV48
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