As a scientist or expert, there are many paths you can take to advocate for science-based, equitable policy from the local to the federal level. Our Science Network members have used their training in science, engineering, and public health to engage in policy in ways as diverse as they are. Read more about how they found their paths in science policy.
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Richard Wiener
Science Network member
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Kristen Brown
Science Network member
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Erin Heim
Science Network member
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Tina Gruosso
Science Network member
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Evelyn Valdez-Ward
Science Network member
![UCS Science Network member Ariana Tsiattalos](/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_small/public/2019-10/tsiattalos-for-new-web.jpg?itok=QJkTo3G4)
Ariana Tsiattalos
Science Network member
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David Cleveland
Science Network member
![El'gin Avila](/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_small/public/2020-01/100-avila.jpg?itok=pHsTgU_8)
El'gin Avila
Science Network member
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Richard Ezike
Science Network member
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Alexi Arango
Science Network member
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Christopher Gambino
Science Network member
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Kristin Carden
Science Network member
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Varsha Vijay
Science Network member
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Frank Wilczek
Science Network member
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Dane Samilo
Science Network member
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Darshan Karwat
Science Network member
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Thzaira Charles
Science Network member
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Julian Reyes
Science Network member
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Peter Pella
Science Network member
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Kevork Abazajian
Science Network member
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Georgina To'a Salazar
Science Network member
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Abigail Lynch
Science Network member
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Terry L. Root
Science Network member
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Edward Rios
Science Network member
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Maryam Zaringhalam
Science Network member
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Camille Parmesan
Science Network member