Action center
The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology recognizes the impact of the current political climate on the scientific community. ASBMB is actively representing its members by engaging with policymakers, coalitions and other scientific societies to advocate for basic science research. Stay engaged with our work through this action center.
Recent actions
April 11
ASBMB and its members urge lawmakers to support scientific research.
April 8
ASBMB submits written testimony for the House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies FY26 appropriations hearing to request funding for the National Institutes of Health.
Feb. 19
ASBMB signs on to letter from Research!America to appropriations leaders requesting a funding boost for NIH and legislative language preventing the administration from moving forward with changes to indirect cost reimbursement (the 15% indirect cost cap).
Feb. 10
ASBMB and its members urged Congress to restore research funding in a statement citing concerns and consequences on the proposed policy to cap facility and administrative (F&A) costs.
Feb. 4
ASBMB and its members urge national policymakers to support scientific innovation and to resume all essential communication with the scientific community.
Coalition letters
March 18
American Association for Immunologists coalition statement on the impact and safety of vaccines
How-to guides
Social media advocacy
This toolkit will help you utilize social media to advocate for your research and the impact of basic science as a whole.
Advocate at the state level
Learn how to conduct a successful advocacy campaign in your state.
Meet with your legislators in person
Communicating directly with your elected officials is an important way to make your voice heard.
Write a letter to the editor
A letter to the editor of your local newspaper can be very effective at increasing public awareness of an issue important to your community.
Write a letter to your legislator
A letter or email is the most popular choice of communication with a congressional office.
Prepare a lab tour for your legislators
Hosting a member of Congress at your institution is an excellent way to demonstrate the importance of federal funding for scientific research.
Dos and donts for communicating with legislators
Helpful tips to make your meetings effective.