The March for Science, a non-partisan celebration of the value of scientific research, will take place on April 22, 2017, in Washington, D.C. Numerous satellite events will occur throughout the United States and around the world, including in New York City.
The March offers the opportunity to advocate for why sustained robust support for biomedical science must be a top national priority. The past several decades have seen transformative discoveries in the treatment of illnesses including cancer, heart disease, immunological disorders, and infectious diseases. In the next decade, similar advances in the treatment of brain disorders—made possible by rapidly emerging tools and technologies in the neurosciences—are within reach.
The March has received the support of most major scientific organizations in the United States, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Research!America, and The New York Academy of Sciences. For more information about the March for Science, visit marchforscience.com. There is a link to local events posted there as well.