Science and Politics: The Fight for Evolution
As the Turkish government intensified its attacks on the theory of evolution, the academic community rallied to push back. A researcher recounts how she decided to join them.
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The US Supreme Court Abortion Verdict is a Tragedy. This is How Research Organizations Can Help
The US Supreme Court Abortion Verdict is a Tragedy. This is How Research Organizations Can Help
In response to the demise of Roe v. Wade, universities and research organizations can support those affected, ensure education and research on abortion continue and advocate for evidence-based policy.
'Free to Think 2021' Report of the Scholars at Risk Academic Freedom Monitoring Project
'Free to Think 2021' Report of the Scholars at Risk Academic Freedom Monitoring Project
Free to Think 2021 is the seventh installment of an annual report by SAR's Academic Freedom Monitoring Project. The report analyzes 332 attacks on higher education communities in 65 countries and territories.
Bristol's Sacking of David Miller Imperils Academic Freedom
The silence of other universities about an apparent clampdown on lawful speech is a betrayal of their mission, says Jonathan Rosenhead.
We Need Authoritarian-proof Higher Education Models
Following the military coup, Burmese faculty and students fear annihilation of a budding modern higher education system, says Kyaw Moe Tun.
Academic Freedom Must Include the Right to Criticise Employers
England's free speech bill should outlaw gag orders that stifle revelations of bad practice, says an anonymous author.
Viewpoint: Academic Freedom Needs European Protection
This year will be crucial for the future development of the European Research Area (ERA), but one of its fundamental principles is being neglected: academic freedom. Academic freedom is under threat and Europe needs to act.
Germany Too Dependent on Confucius Institutes, Minister Warns
In unprecedented comments ahead of federal elections in September, Anja Karliczek applauds university that shuttered its institute.
Russian Climate Scientists Upset by Ministry's Call for 'alternative' Research
Russian Climate Scientists Upset by Ministry's Call for 'alternative' Research
Ministry of Foreign Affairs says "forced" consensus on climate change is not favorable to Russia.
Danish Academics Fear for Freedom After MPs Condemn 'activism'
Parliamentary resolution seen as culmination of a campaign against gender, race and migration scholarship.
'Superagency' May Further Politicize Indonesian Research
'Superagency' May Further Politicize Indonesian Research
Indonesia has dismantled its science ministry and created an overarching national research agency, a move some scientists worry will strengthen political control over research in a country where academic freedom is already under pressure and politics have taken an authoritarian turn.
A Top Scientist Questioned Virus Lockdowns on Fox News - and the Backlash Was Fierce
A Top Scientist Questioned Virus Lockdowns on Fox News - and the Backlash Was Fierce
Academic Freedom Questions Arise on Campus over COVID-19 Strategy Conflicts | Stanford News
Academic Freedom Questions Arise on Campus over COVID-19 Strategy Conflicts | Stanford News
As Stanford faculty members disagree - often publicly - about the best way to confront COVID-19, questions about the responsibilities and limitations of academic freedom and the university's relationship to the Hoover Institution have arisen.
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