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A non-partisan coalition of non-profit, academic, foundation & corporate leaders working to strengthen American science & technology.

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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
STAC’s Statement on the National Science Board Dismissal
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
A new analysis shows American science is shrinking and the data is stark. NIH competitive grants are down >50% year-over-year and NIH-funded projects saw a 15% drop in FY2025. Without sustained federal investment in our scientific enterprise, the U.S. risks losing its competitive edge.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
As NASA puts it, Artemis II is just the “opening act” for sustained exploration of the Moon and beyond. That future depends on decades of research and continued investment in S&T today. Read about the historical mission and the future of U.S. in space from @space.com 🌕 tinyurl.com/ms9n3bfh
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NASA's Artemis 2 moonshot was just the 'opening act' for America's return to the moon, space agency chief says
Artemis 2 kicks off a lunar "relay race" that will lead the NASA and its international partners to a moon base and, eventually, Mars, NASA chief Jared Isaacman says.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
China has surpassed the U.S. in total R&D investment ($1.03T in 2024), per @oecdgovernance.bsky.social. The implications for U.S. policy are immediate. Public R&D is one of the highest-returning investments, yet proposed cuts move in the opposite direction.@aau.edu⬇️ www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
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It’s Official: China Tops U.S. in R&D Spending | Association of American Universities (AAU)
A new assessment shows China has officially crept past the United States in total research and development (R&D) investment.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
A new op-ed from @researchamerica.bsky.social grant recipient JP Flores explores why scientists must engage directly with communities, especially in an era where misinformation spreads fast.. Read more in Sci Politic sciencepolitics.org/2026/03/18/w...
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We’re Training Scientists for a World That No Longer Exists - Science Politics
Science can help address pressing challenges, but only if we train scientists to communicate in the places people actually form beliefs.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
STAC Statement on the President’s FY2027 Budget Request
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
New piece from STAC member Harvey Fineberg in @pnas.org offers a sharp look at what it will take to revive U.S. science leadership. Key point: flat funding isn’t enough. The U.S. needs to invest in talent, prioritize key technologies, and rebuild public trust. More ⬇️ www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
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Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), a peer reviewed journal of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) - an authoritative source of high-impact, original research that broadly spans...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
@theatlantic.com examines the growing risk that China could surpass the U.S. as the world’s leading scientific power. For a deeper dive on the data behind this shift, check out STAC’s one-pager on China’s strategy to win the global technology race 👉 sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
A new survey highlighted by @statnews.com shows many NIH-funded labs scaling back research, delaying projects, and struggling to retain talent. Sustained, predictable funding is critical to protecting the next generation of scientific discovery. www.statnews.com/2026/03/19/n...
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National survey of NIH-funded researchers shows precarious state of U.S. science — ‘This is like the Titanic’
A nationwide STAT survey of NIH-funded researchers reveals that, a year after Donald Trump's return to the White House, many scientists are reeling
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
An analysis by STAC members highlights a turning point in global science leadership. China may soon lead in public R&D funding and could surpass the U.S. in basic science within a decade. The moment calls for renewed U.S. investment and leadership. From @nature.com⬇️ www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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China could be the world’s biggest public funder of science within two years
Forecast by science-policy researchers raises questions about where the epicentre of global research will shift to in the coming decade.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
NIH research funding generated $94B in economic activity in 2025, a $2.57 return for every $1 invested, supporting nearly 391,000 jobs nationwide. Biomedical research fuels innovation and local economies. Read more from @forbes.com ⬇️ www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
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NIH Research Grants Drove A $94 Billion National Economic Impact In 2025
NIH research funding generated $94.15 billion in new economic activity across the nation in FY 2025, with a return on investment of $2.57 for every $1 invested.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
The next leap in scientific discovery won’t just come from AI, it'll come from people. DOE says the goal is to double the productivity of science R&D spending, alongside new university partnerships focused on training for the future workforce. More from @axios.com🧑‍🔬 www.axios.com/2026/03/13/d...
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What's next for the Genesis Mission
Government agencies and companies are mobilizing to use AI for energy, drug discovery and national security, all while promising new jobs.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
NASA is strengthening the Artemis program as America prepares to return astronauts to the Moon. This initiative underscores how sustained investment in S&T supports innovation, strengthens the research ecosystem, and helps maintain U.S. leadership. 🚀 www.nasa.gov/directorates...
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NASA Strengthens Artemis: Adds Mission, Refines Overall Architecture  - NASA
To achieve the national goal of landing American astronauts on the surface of the Moon and maintaining U.S. superiority in exploration and discovery, NASA
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
The BIOTech Caucus announced its first ever legislative endorsements, backing the National Biotechnology Initiative Act and the Biomanufacturing Excellence Act. Momentum is building to strengthen U.S. biotech leadership. More from @houlahan.house.gov & Rep. Bice🔗 houlahan.house.gov/news/documen...
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Co-Chairs Houlahan, Bice Announce First BIOTech Caucus Legislative Endorsements
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
America’s competitiveness in the global technology race is back on the congressional agenda. Last week, a bipartisan group of Senators reintroduced the Future of AI Innovation Act, which would expand NIST’s AI standards work and strengthen R&D coordination. @axios.com⬇️ www.axios.com/2026/02/26/s...
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Exclusive: Senators revive bipartisan AI innovation bill
With foreign rivals investing aggressively in AI and emerging tech, lawmakers are searching for ways to reinforce the U.S. edge.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
STEM jobs are growing faster than non-STEM jobs in the U.S. Today, 36 million Americans—1 in 4 workers—are in STEM roles. Sustaining this momentum requires stronger education pathways and retention across the talent pipeline. New analysis from the NSF NSB ⬇️ ncses.nsf.gov/pubs/nsb2026...
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STEM Talent: Education, Training, and Workforce | NSF - National Science Foundation
Talent is critical to the U.S. science and engineering enterprise and competitiveness. The U.S. science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce represented about a quarter of the to...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
China’s 1999 higher ed expansion boosted U.S. STEM growth. International student flows are tightly tied to American innovation and economic competitiveness. In order to maintain its innovation edge, the U.S. needs a plan. More from Stanford SCCEI 👇 sccei.fsi.stanford.edu/china-briefs...
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How China’s College Boom Expanded Graduate Programs, Enrollment, and
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Europe, the UK, and China are actively recruiting U.S.-based scientists amid research funding cuts. For America, this is a competitiveness warning: sustained funding uncertainty risks driving top talent and future innovation abroad. Learn more in @Semafor.com ➡️ www.semafor.com/article/02/1...
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EU looks to poach US scientists amid research funding cuts
Paris announced grant awards to 46 academics, with 41 relocating from the US.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Federal investment in science drives economic growth. A new @aau.edu report finds every $1 invested in R&D returns $5 in long-term economic growth. Learn more 💡 www.aau.edu/sites/defaul...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Thank you to Sen. Jerry Moran, @vanhollen.senate.gov Rep. Hal Rogers, and @meng.house.gov for laying the groundwork for final passage of the FY26 CJS bill. Cuts to NASA and NSF were limited, and we look forward to working with you on more robust research investments that safeguard U.S. leadership.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
The federal government lost 10K+ STEM Ph.D.s in one year – a blow to innovation, public health, national security, and economic growth. Strong federal funding keeps this expertise in public service. More in @science.org ⤵️ www.science.org/content/arti...
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U.S. government has lost more than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s since Trump took office
A Science analysis reveals how many were fired, retired, or quit across 14 agencies
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Thank you to Sen. Susan Collins, @murray.senate.gov, Rep. Tom Cole, and @delauro.house.gov negotiating a bipartisan FY26 agreement that protects core science funding and delivers full-year certainty for agencies that underpin America’s economy. @democrats-appropriations.house.gov
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
STAC Statement Thanking President Donald Trump for Signing the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
AI competition isn’t just about who has the best models—it’s about foundations: compute, energy, talent, and sustained investment in research and innovation capacity. The U.S. leads on many measures, but the picture is mixed. More from @time.com ➡️ time.com/7358519/ai-c...
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6 Graphs That Show Who’s Really Winning the US–China AI Race
From compute and talent to energy and revenue, six charts show where the U.S. leads China in AI—and why that lead could prove fragile.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
NASA selected 3 new Moon science investigations under its CLPS initiative, leveraging U.S. industry innovation to advance Artemis. From 3D terrain mapping to subsurface drilling, this is what progress looks like when government and industry move forward together🌕 www.nasa.gov/news-release...
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New NASA Artemis Payloads To Study Moon’s Terrain, Radiation, History - NASA
NASA announced Tuesday the selection of three new science investigations that will strengthen humanity’s understanding and exploration of the Moon. As part of
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Yesterday's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing sent a clear message: maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum will take sustained federal commitment and a strong bridge from research to real-world impact. More here 🔗 science.house.gov/2026/1/full-...
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Full Committee Hearing - Assessing U.S. Leadership in Quantum Science and Technology
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
STAC's Statement on FY26 Labor–Health and Human Services–Education Appropriations Package
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Sudip Parikh, CEO of @aaas.org and VAST Task Force member, shares how sustained advocacy is essential to maintaining and strengthening America’s science and technology leadership 🧪 bsky.app/profile/scif...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
New reporting from @economist.com highlights how lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are stepping up in Washington, but protecting today’s funding is only the starting point if we want to maintain America’s competitive edge. www.economist.com/united-state...
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Pro-science Republicans are fending-off cuts to funding
This year’s budget will probably restore much of what the White House sought to eliminate
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Micron’s $100B investment reflects the impact of the CHIPS & Science Act in action. Strategic public investment in semiconductor R&D and manufacturing is strengthening U.S. supply chains, and marking a turning point for American industrial leadership. www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/belt...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
In China, an AI tool developed by Alibaba and supported by government-funded partnerships is detecting pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear – a breakthrough in tackling one of the deadliest cancers. Investing in scientific discovery saves lives🧬⬇️ www.nytimes.com/2026/01/02/w...
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In China, A.I. Is Finding Deadly Tumors That Doctors Might Miss
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
"We must create a domestic R&D environment that keeps pace with industry capabilities and promotes innovation right here in our communities." – Rep. Brian Babin at today's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. Read more: science.house.gov/2026/1/envir...
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Full Committee Hearing - Chemistry Competitiveness: Fueling Innovation and Streamlining Processes to Ensure Safety and Security
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
STAC's statement on FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science appropriations legislation:
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
In our formal response to the White House Office of Science & Technology RFI on Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise, we emphasize that the U.S. is at an inflection point and a strategic framework already exists: STAC’s Vision for American Science & Technology (VAST) ⬇️ www.vastfuture.org
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Vision for American Science & Technology
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
This week the National Science Board released a report calling for updates to the NSF's merit review to strengthen fiscal accountability, broaden participation and ensure federally funded research delivers economic benefits while also maintaining scientific excellence. www.nsf.gov/nsb/updates/...
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Merit review for a new era at NSF
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
The final FY26 NDAA shows how central science & tech are to U.S. security – but sustained, predictable funding is what keeps our research ecosystem strong. With appropriations still uncertain, investment matters more than ever. Read more from @aip-publishing.bsky.social🔗 www.aip.org/fyi/what-the...
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What the NDAA Holds in Store for Science
Provisions on research security, grant policies, indirect cost rates, and more are packed into the latest version of the NDAA.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
“Firing world class scientists and pausing programs will hinder American innovation and our leadership in the world,” – @ross.house.gov at the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing yesterday. Now is the time to reinforce America’s S&T enterprise. science.house.gov/2025/12/full...
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Full Committee Hearing - The Genesis Mission: Prioritizing American Science and Technology Leadership
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Young researchers are stepping up. SNAP’s nationwide district visits show how urgent science advocacy has become as FY26 funding hangs in the balance. When scientists share their stories, policymakers listen. Read more from @forbes.com➡️ www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
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Students Advocate For More Science Funding
A national student-led effort shows how early-career researchers are engaging Congress on federal science funding amid continued uncertainty over FY 2026 appropriations.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
A new report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology makes clear: America stays competitive when we invest in S&T. Continued prioritization of early-stage ideas and stronger data + AI tools is essential for U.S. innovation. From @statnews.com www.statnews.com/2025/11/25/b...
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Federal biotech commission calls for retooling of scientific research infrastructure
A federal commission is calling for significant changes to the way the U.S. government funds and assesses scientific research.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Important read on what it will take for the U.S. to stay competitive in science and technology. Investment in ideas, research, and talent—not just capital infusions—is what drives leadership. Full article from the DC Journal 👇 dcjournal.com/tech-future-...
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Tech Future Requires More Than Capital Investment – DC Journal - InsideSources
An announcement in August by the administration that it will take a 10 percent equity stake in Intel grabbed headlines, and rightly so. It signaled a
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
"We urge you to protect the nation’s economic security and the well-being of the American people through robust funding of crucial scientific priorities." Read the STAC co-chairs' letter in support of FY26 funding levels in the Senate CJS bill: sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
NIH funding cuts halted 383 clinical trials this year, disrupting research across cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. The U.S. needs a predictable R&D strategy and a strong research workforce to protect innovation and patient outcomes. @apnews.com 🔗 apnews.com/article/nih-...
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NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says
A new report finds over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments have been affected by the National Institutes of Health’s funding cuts.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
A bipartisan report to Congress highlights how the US can face competition with China head-on by modernizing economic infrastructure, investing in emerging technologies, & strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific. ⬇️Read more from @washingtonpost.com www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Congressional committee urges swift action on escalating Chinese threats
Congressional committee warns of risks to the U.S. electrical grid and urges action against Beijing’s fast-growing space military capabilities and Taiwan threat.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
The reopening of the federal government is a reminder of the urgency of investing in S&T. The U.S. needs predictable research budgets, a strong workforce, and robust R&D funding to reinforce our leadership as global innovators. Read @nature.com’s breakdown 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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The US government shutdown is over: what’s next for scientists
Government researchers are heading back to work, but questions about the size of research-budget cuts will extend into next year.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
China’s rise in AI, manufacturing, and biotech shows what sustained investment in R&D can achieve. Investing in U.S. science and technology supercharges our economy and workforce, uplifts our communities, and secures our future. Read more in @theatlantic.com: www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
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China Is Building the Future
The United States can learn from its technological success.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
STAC’s statement on the government reopening:
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
“The dulling of America’s scientific edge” isn’t inevitable – but it is a warning. As U.S. researchers look abroad, our leadership is at risk. We need renewed federal S&T investment to empower those who drive American discovery. From @postopinions.bsky.social🔗 www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
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Opinion | The dulling of America’s scientific edge
U.S. researchers are increasingly looking to do their work abroad.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Between 2020 and 2024, China’s research output grew 95%, while U.S. output increased by just 9.5%, per The Quincy Institute. America’s edge depends on renewed investment in science, innovation, and global collaboration. Read more 🔗 quincyinst.org/research/chi...
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China’s Historic Rise to the Top of the Scientific Ladder
Long-term U.S. innovation potential will depend on renewing our own scientific capacities and remaining in touch with the global scientific frontier.
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
“Apprenticeships aren’t short-term training – they’re how we build the workforce of the future.” At today’s Senate HELP Committee hearing, labor and industry leaders emphasized the need for registered apprenticeships to drive innovation and keep the U.S. competitive.
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Empower the American Workforce — Vision for American Science & Technology
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Science & Technology Action Committee @scitechaction.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
"X-59 is a symbol of American ingenuity. The American spirit knows no bounds... This work sustains America's place as the leader in aviation and has the potential to change the way the public flies." – Sean Duffy, acting NASA administrator. Read more in Fox News here🔗 www.foxnews.com/politics/nas...
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NASA's 'quiet' supersonic jet completes first flight in potential breakthrough for commercial air travel
Lockheed Martin's revolutionary X-59 supersonic jet completes first test flight, designed to break sound barrier with quiet 'thump' instead of sonic boom.
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