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Demonstrators march for science in New York City
- The Stand Up for Science demonstration in New York City witnessed highly qualified speakers, passionate participants, and impactful signs protesting looming cuts to key US scientific agencies.
- Anti-science actions, like appointing a vaccine opponent as head of US Health and cancellation of grants, have sparked concerns among the scientific community.
- Srishti Bose, a neuroscience graduate student, along with others, organized the Stand Up for Science rally in response to the national event in Washington, DC.
- Despite lack of experience, the organizers successfully arranged permits, equipment, speakers, and more in just 10 days, drawing notable figures like Nobel Prize winners to speak at the rally.
- Speakers highlighted the detrimental impact of budget cuts on essential research areas like diseases, climate science, and funding for postdocs and graduate students.
- The multi-generational crowd of 2000+ demonstrators in New York showcased diversity and passion for science, with attendees expressing support for science funding and research.
- Many demonstrators displayed creative and aggressive signs criticizing ongoing science defunding and political ignorance towards scientific advancements.
- The rally concluded with enthusiastic chants emphasizing the importance of protecting science through peer review and continued advocacy efforts.
- Despite the rally's end, participants remained engaged, highlighting the ongoing need to support and defend science against challenges and threats.
- The event reiterated the significance of scientific research and funding, garnering widespread support and motivating individuals to keep advocating for science.
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