FABBS reports on items of interest to many communities – scientists, policymakers, and the public. In our news, you will see updates on science funding and policy, articles that translate research for policy, and descriptions of the research contributions of scientists at all stages of their research careers.
Deciphering the 2018 Midterm Elections and Its Implications for Science
November 16, 2018
The historic 2018 midterm elections are over with a record 49.2% of the eligible voting population casting ballots in congressional and gubernatorial elections nationwide.
The overarching outcomes are apparent—the U.S. House of Representatives will be controlled by the Democrats, while the Republicans will maintain control of the U.S. Senate. Nonetheless, a week after the election and still unfolding, there are 8 undeclared races in the House and two in the Senate,
read moreWhite House Issues Draft Report on Opioid Research and Development: Comments Requested
November 16, 2018
On November 5, the White House National Science and Technology Council issued draft report, “Health Research and Development to Stem the Opioid Crisis: A Federal Roadmap.” The report identifies research and development (R&D) “critical to addressing key gaps in knowledge and tools and opportunities to improve coordination of Federal R&D essential to combating the opioid crisis.” The development of the report was overseen by the Fast Track Action Committee
read moreFABBS Board Expresses Gratitude and Announces Skedsvold’s Successor
November 16, 2018
Baron to Lead FABBS in 2019
The FABBS Board announces, with mixed emotions, the departure of current Executive Director, Paula Skedsvold, at the end of the calendar year. Skedsvold has been with FABBS for over ten years, serving as both science advocate and Executive Director.
Nora Newcombe, FABBS President, commented on Skedsvold’s service: “Paula has worked passionately and tirelessly to grow and position the organization in Washington, DC, policy circles, to
read more“How Americans Really View Science in Society”: A Necessary Conversation
October 30, 2018
On October 2nd, the Aspen Institute hosted a conversation on “Challenging the Orthodoxy of How Americans View Science in Society.” It featured a presentation by Science Counts Executive Director, Chris Volpe, followed by a panel discussion.
Dan Glickman, Executive Director of the Aspen Institute, opened the event, stressing that when the public does not understand something, they are less likely to deem it as important. Seema Kumar, the Vice President of Innovation,
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