Research!America: Discovery. Innovation. Health.

Talk of the upcoming election is unavoidable and regardless of the outcomes, this year’s are widely held to be among the most consequential in our nation’s history. Mary discusses opportunities to discuss the Nov. 5 results, FY appropriations, #PHTYD, & more in her letter this week. Subscribe: https://lnkd.in/e-FAQdNk

Public Health Thank You Day (#PHTYD) is only a few weeks away on Monday, 11/25/24! Join us in recognizing all of those who work tirelessly every day to protect the health of all people and communities. You can find resources and more info at https://lnkd.in/dwu9d3U

Hone your skills in designing science communication curricula. Expand your professional network in public engagement. Network with fellow micrograntees from across the country. Our newest category of Research!America’s Civic Engagement Microgrant Program, supported by the Lasker Foundation, can help your graduate student or postdoc-led students accomplish these goals! Applications are due next Monday, November 15, 2024, for microgrants of up to $5000. Learn more: https://bit.ly/PublicEng25

What do the election results tell us about the legislative outlook for science, medical research, and public health? On Wednesday, Nov. 13, we will be hosting an important discussion on the potential impact of the 2024 elections on U.S. research and development. If you are in the DMV area, join us! Register: https://lnkd.in/gviS5xrV

Questions about our microgrant program?! We will hold combined information sessions for the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program and the Public Engagement Training Content Microgrants on Oct. 29 and 31. We look forward to hearing your questions! Register: https://lnkd.in/gjBk6iHt

Connecting and communicating with our members is an integral part of our mission to support the advancement of medical, health, and scientific research. Mary Woolley's Weekly Letter is the best way to keep up on issues in research and advocacy! Sign up: https://lnkd.in/gVqb2QSV

We are united under a common cause – advocating for science, discovery, and innovation to achieve better health for all – even as we face challenging times. This year, more than ever, we need your wisdom and financial support to meet those challenges as they unfold. Please consider a donation to support our work. https://ow.ly/aJ3450TRSnH

Across the nation, about 1.5 million Americans depend on oxygen to manage their health yet face mounting obstacles to accessing this vital treatment. On Nov.19, at 1:00 p.m. Dr. Stephen Mathai, Associate Professor of Medicine at The Johns Hopkins University, and Shavini Fernando, Founder and CEO of OxiWear, will join us to explore the pressing issues that patients face and what steps Congress is looking to take to address them effectively on a national scale. Register: https://ow.ly/OoSt50TvnPw

Please join us for an in-the-moment discussion about the election outcomes and implications for the 119th Congress. What do the election results tell us about the legislative outlook for science, medical research, and public health next year? The panel will examine the potential impact of the 2024 elections on U.S. research and development. If you are in the DMV area, join us: https://lnkd.in/gviS5xrV

Questions about our microgrant program?! We will hold combined information sessions for the Civic Engagement Microgrant Program and the Public Engagement Training Content Microgrants on Oct. 29 and 31. We look forward to hearing your questions! Register: https://lnkd.in/gjBk6iHt