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A Roundup of the Latest Science Policy and Advocacy News
Congress Moves to Increase NIH Budget by $2 Billion for FY19
Week of Sept. 10, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
U.S. Health Officials Eliminate Special Regulations for Gene Therapy Experiments
Week of Aug. 13, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
Meteorologist Kelvin Droegemeier to be Nominated as White House Science Advisor
Week of July 30, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
Revised Common Rule Will Help Reduce Burden on Researchers
Week of July 23, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
Report Considers When Researchers Should Share Results with Participants
Week of July 9, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
U.S. Travel Ban Raises Concerns for Scientists, Restricts Collaboration Efforts
Week of July 2, 2018: Read the Latest Advocacy and Science News
Action Center
Stay informed and take action on issues that impact neuroscience.
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Urge the House to Adopt the Senate's Increase for NIH
The Senate has approved another $2 billion increase in NIH funding for the coming fiscal year and now it’s up to the House to do the same. Contact your Representative today.
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Thank Congress for Advancing Research Funding
Your advocacy efforts to advance biomedical research funding have resulted in significant victories over the last three years.
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Ask Your Legislators to Join the NIH Caucus
The NIH Caucus offers the opportunity to shed light on this important agency and its role in impacting human health.
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Advocacy Network Newsletter
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Media Resources
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View “Advocacy: A Global Commitment”
This short video shows how we build international support, and where you can get involved
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Watch "Advocacy: Good For You, Your Institution, and the Field"
Learn how advocacy plays a role in your professional success and scientific discovery more broadly.
