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COVID-19 Disinformation
Disinformation is threatening to derail science-based responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's how to spot it and stop it.
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Checklist: Presidential Recommendations for 2020
We make the case for bold presidential action to advance science-based policy. Here's a checklist of key asks from the report.
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Protecting Children's Health and Safety
If you've read our book, "Breathe in the Smog, Drink in the Lead," you may be wondering what you can do to help kids who are being hurt by the Trump Administration's attacks on science. Here are some places to start.
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The PFAS Threat
The EPA must act now to protect communities from a highly toxic class of chemicals known as PFAS that contaminate drinking water and groundwater.
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Beyond the Trend of Decolonizing Science
In April 2019, the UCS Science Network hosted a conversation led by Indigenous and Black scholars around what it means to ‘decolonize science.’
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Meet with your Member of Congress
Commit to stand up for science this year: Set up your first meeting with your member of Congress. We’ve got the tools you need to get started.
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Members of Congress Speak Out for Cleaner Cars
In the 115th Congress, more than 175 members of Congress-–Republicans, Democrats and Independents alike-–spoke out against the Trump administration’s attempt to roll back clean car standards.
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Stopping the Disinformation Playbook
Too often, companies use the Disinformation Playbook to make public policy work for them, instead of for all of us. But the Playbook is not unstoppable—and it's time to push back.
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Engaging with Communities
Scientists have a tremendous opportunity to improve access to and understanding of technical information in communities, leading to better solutions.
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Endangered Species Act Toolkit
The Endangered Species Act is under attack—and scientists have a crucial role to play in protecting it. Our toolkit helps scientists understand how the ESA works and how they can help keep it strong.
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Talking with the Media
Engaging effectively with journalists and the media takes practice, but is an important science communication skill to master.
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Engaging with Policymakers
Learn ways to effectively advocate for science by engaging with legislators.