Advocates in action
Meet the 2024 ASBMB Advocacy Training Program delegates
The program's sixth cohort will learn how to advocate for science funding and support this summer and will visit Capitol Hill in 2025.
ASBMB members advocate for basic science
In 65 meetings on Capitol Hill, scientists urged legislators to support budget increases for NIH, NSF and DOE.
A call to action: Urge Congress to support scientific research
ASBMB members can write to policymakers to advocate for robust science funding in fiscal year 2025.
ASBMB members head to Capitol Hill
They will encourage lawmakers to support essential R&D appropriations to keep the U.S. competitive and retain highly skilled talent.
ATP delegates push for improved policies
This ASBMB program helps advocates gain skills to address issues that affect science and scientists.
Advocating for change in science
ASBMB trainees harness their training and life experience to reshape science policy.
How public policy work amplifies our impact
ASBMB Today contributor Oluwadamilola “Dami” Oke describes her journey to advocacy and shares thoughts from a mentor who guided her.
Meet Ann West, leader of the PAAC
Once an admitted rookie at advocacy, today she’s the chair of the ASBMB’s Public Affairs Advisory Committee.
Why we advocate
“Without basic research, we won’t have new drugs, cutting-edge innovations, or the knowledge we need to address the challenges of the 21st century.”