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Policymakers’ and Scientists’ Ranks of Research Priorities for Resource-Management Policy: Policy experts and government and academic scientists agree on the ranking of the most important questions for resource management. The quantity and quality of water that will be be required is a top priority.

Politicizing Science: Some types of science have become highly politicized in the United States. What is the role of biologists in a hyperpartisan world?



Biodiversity and Archeological Conservation Connected: Ancient shell middens in Baja California have fertilized the soil and given rise to unique plant assemblages .


What does AIBS do all day?: A short-form description—bet there are some things you didn't know about!
On 4 March 2014, President Obama released his proposed budget for fiscal year (FY) 2015. Find out more about AIBS' analysis for biological sciences research and education.



AIBS has selected two graduate students to receive the 2014 AIBS Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award: Andrew Adrian, from the University of Iowa, and Amalia Aruda Almada, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.


Scientific organizations express concerns with the Frontiers in Research, Science, Technology (FIRST) Act of 2014.



For Subscribers*: Become inspired through one university's story about creating a supportive environment to improve student learning experiences: "How Kindling Catches Flame: U-MD Transforming Undergrad Biology Education"


Do you want to network with others in your region committed to changing the practices of undergraduate life sciences education? Check out the PULSE Community Overview to find people near you.


Are you a faculty member at a minority-serving institution interested in participating in the Evolution 2014 meetings? Apply now for a NESCent MSI Faculty Travel Award.
Do you know someone who is especially passionate about sharing science with the public? COPUS is now accepting applications for the 2014 Paul Shin Memorial Award!




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April Issue

Natural History's Place in Science and Society: A team of scientists argues that more support for natural history studies will pay handsome dividends for science and society.

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