At the recent European Geosciences Union (EGU25) conference in Vienna, leaders from major Earth science organizations expressed their commitment to support American researchers facing increasing anti-science propaganda and disinformation, particularly impacting areas such as climate change and public health. EGU president Peter van der Beek emphasized that the current suppression of science represents a global tragedy, especially as the U.S. has shifted from a leadership role in research.
Panel discussions highlighted solidarity efforts to counteract proposed funding cuts and aid affected U.S. scientists, including a significant initiative to attract American researchers to Europe. The conference featured contributions from over 800 American scientists, who presented vital research on human-induced environmental challenges.
American science organizations, like the American Geophysical Union (AGU), are actively pursuing legal challenges against federal staff and program cuts while attempting to maintain key climate research initiatives. Speakers highlighted stress among U.S. scientists due to recent political changes, urging international colleagues to offer support. They stressed the importance of political advocacy to ensure science remains central in decision-making processes and expressed concerns about the impact on future scientific engagement and education in the U.S.
