
OpinionApril 22, 2021
Science Policy Can’t Be Simply about Science
As early-career researchers, we argue that it also has to prioritize justice and social equity
Meredith Schmehl is a Ph.D. student in Duke University's neurobiology program, where she studies how monkeys integrate what they see and hear. Outside of the lab, she is active in science writing, policy, outreach and multimedia projects. Follow her on Twitter @MeredithSchmehl.

Science Policy Can’t Be Simply about Science
As early-career researchers, we argue that it also has to prioritize justice and social equity

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