In this urgent episode of the ASHG News Show, hosts Raymond and Chris discuss the unprecedented funding crisis facing American genetic research, as revealed at the American Society for Human Genetics annual meeting in Boston.

Join us as we explore the devastating impact of government shutdowns and massive budget cuts on the scientific community, including the termination of thousands of researchers and the abrupt cancellation of critical health research grants. Learn how NIH funding cuts are affecting everything from HIV research to health disparities studies, and why 2025 may be the most challenging year ever to secure research funding.

But it's not all doom and gloom - discover how scientists are mobilizing through advocacy efforts, building coalitions with bipartisan congressional support, and creating powerful "story banks" to demonstrate the real-world impact of biomedical research. Hear from ASHG President Sarah Tishkoff and former NIH Director Francis Collins about their call to action and their message of hope for the future of genetic research.

Scientists, researchers, graduate students, healthcare professionals, science advocates, policy makers, and anyone concerned about the future of biomedical research and public health in America.

Learn how you can help advocate for science funding by sharing your story and contacting your congressional representatives. Together, we can protect the future of genetic research and ensure breakthrough discoveries continue to improve human health.

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Episode Length: Approximately 10 minutes

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