This Tuesday we officially started negotiations with Columbia University's administration for a strong 3rd contract! More than 30 of us, postdocs and ARSs, stood behind our bargaining team in a packed room!

Next bargaining session is on April 13th 2pm. Look out for updates in your inbox!

China pledges billion-dollar spending boost for science Funding for national laboratories and important research projects would increase under the government’s plans.

Global competition for scientific talent is accelerating. Canada, China, and the EU are investing heavily to attract researchers just as federal research priorities shift. Now is the moment for New York to double down on investment in life sciences. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

‪Today we stood together with researchers
@kaitlinmurtha.bsky.social @stepsbystef.bsky.social, students, educators, and supporters at the Stand Up for Science rally in NYC. This is what collective action for science looks like.

Join your local Stand Up For Science Rally this Saturday, March 7! See below for the time and location for your area. @standupforscience.bsky.social

We are going to Albany! acesse.one/B8lTN

New York has the chance to replicate Texas's successful, voter-backed biomedical research institutes. Like Texas, we can leverage our world-class research institutions to tackle major diseases, create jobs, and deliver a massive return on investment for the public good.
@fundnyscience.bsky.social

"EBRI would allow me to stay and continue the important research that sustains the well-being of all New Yorkers." - Stefano Cataldi @columbiauniversity.bsky.social @stepsbystef.bsky.social

Lobbying in Albany with @uaw.org and @cpw-uaw4100.bsky.social for the Empire Biomedical Research Institute. Learn more:
@fundnyscience.bsky.social.

Today in Albany, we made the case to dozens of state legislators and staff for investing in NY science through the Empire State Biomedical Research proposal. #FundNYScience

Science saves lives, creates jobs, and strengthens New York’s economy. We’re fighting for the state to invest in the science that serves the public good. @amsnyc.bsky.social @nycures.bsky.social @uawregion9a.bsky.social @governor.ny.gov

Hear from Kait, a Postdoctoral Fellow @weillcornell.bsky.social, on why she supports funding for life-saving research in New York.

@nycures.bsky.social #EmpireBiomedicalResearchInstitute #EBRI

Yellow image with blue text that says SCOPE is recruiting! Volunteer leadership positions across science policy, event design, and communication.

📣 SCOPE is recruiting!
We’ve got volunteer leadership roles open for early-career scientists who want to shape science policy, grow new skills, and build community.

Apply here: scopepolicy.org/join-our-team/

Check out the final projects of our 2025 Cohort for our New Media Training Course. Vote for your favorite and support these early career scientists as they communicate their science using New Media. Vote here scopepolicy.org/nmc2025-fina...

SCOPE’s summer course “Engaging with Science Policy Through Traditional and New Media” is in full swing! Meet our cohort at scopepolicy.org/2025-new-med..., and stay tuned for the opportunity to vote on content created by the participants
#scopepolicy #newmedia #scicomm

Check out this upcoming event with @nationalacademies.org
Join us in person or online. Register at:
www.nationalacademies.org/event/44967_...

Interesting article talking about Working With the “Unelected Representatives". Scientists need to learn how information flows to congressional staffers—and the crucial role they play in setting policy.
issues.org/information-...

🔔 Final reminder! Applications closing today for our FREE course. You'll hear from expert speakers across science, journalism, and digital media, gain hands-on skills, and build a peer network passionate about public engagement. Apply at scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

I’m walking for @aidswalkny on 5/18, and I need your help to reach my goal. Pls join or donate to my team as we raise $ for those affected by #HIV & #AIDS. Visit my page at gmhc.aidswalkny.org/fundraiser/6... and help end AIDS once and for all!

Only a few days left to apply for SCOPE’s FREE New Media Course. Create podcasts, videos & infographics that can engage a wide audience. Don’t miss out. Learn more at: scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

Apply for our New Media Training Course. At scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

Life is horrible. But reading the comments in this thread made my day! At least we have this community!

Protecting HIV/AIDS research is more crucial now than ever. Join me and the Columbia Research Unit for the NYC AIDS Walk on May 18th, and/or support us in reaching our fundraising goal. DONATE here 👉 gmhc.aidswalkny.org/stefanocataldi

Protecting Scientists Engaging in Advocacy The Union of Concerned Scientists invites you to a webinar to help scientists and experts understand their first amendment rights, enhance their digital privacy, and navigate the risks involved in eng...

Check out this upcoming training by @ucsusa.bsky.social
Protecting Scientists Engaging in Advocacy secure.ucsusa.org/a/2025-02-26...
Stay tuned for our own upcoming classes with #SCOPEpolicy

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Introducing our new organization, aiming at empowering scientists at all career stages to engage in policymaking and advocate for evidence-based decisions. Check out our website and social media
@scopepolicy.bsky.social
www.scopepolicy.org

SCOPE is a peer-led community that aims to develop the next generation of policy-aware scientists by creating opportunities to learn, lead, and engage in science-informed policymaking.

We are a group of early-career scientists aiming to break down barriers between scientists and science policy. Learn more at our link in bio. #SciencePolicy #scicomm

Check out my new article in @issuesinst.bsky.social
In a time when equity is under threat, organizing and advocating for better working conditions for ALL early-career researchers is more important than ever.
issues.org/postdocs-uni...
@uaw.bsky.social #unionpower #dei

Biden permanently bans offshore drilling in 625 million acres of ocean, making a Trump reversal difficult | CNN Business President Joe Biden on Monday announced an executive action that will permanently ban future offshore oil and gas development in parts of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans in a way that could be especia...

The movement for climate action is beginning to loosen the grip of fossil fuels on our politics. A significant step forward for the Biden administration in its final days, before anti-science forces come into power. Source: CNN
www.cnn.com/2025/01/06/b...
#climatechange #potus #fossilfuels

A Vision for Centering Workers in Technology Development Including union and worker perspectives in AI research and development is vital to building effective, fair technologies and public trust.

As AI and automation reshape workspaces and working conditions, experts stress that involving workers in tech development improves outcomes, ensuring safer, more effective innovations. Source: @issuesinst.bsky.social doi.org/10.58875/SSW...

Check out my new publication on @mdpiopenaccess
www.mdpi.com/3070628 #supportopenaccess