ALLEA Statement on Threats to Academic Freedom and International Research Collaboration in the United States
In the last few days, in response to the recent restrictions on the further development and funding of science introduced by the new administration of the United States, the Federation of European Academies of Sciences (ALLEA) issued a statement.
It calls on affiliated institutions, partners, national governments, and international institutions in the United States and Europe to strengthen efforts to protect academic freedom and the autonomy of scientific institutions.
On the ALLEA website, you can read the full statement and endorse it. The Institute of Geophysics O is one of the organisations that joined the appeal.
ALLEA is the European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities, representing nearly 60 academies from across Europe. Since its foundation in 1994, ALLEA speaks out on behalf of its members on the European and international stages, promotes science as a global public good, and facilitates scientific collaboration across borders, disciplines, and generations. Jointly with its Member Academies, ALLEA works towards improving the conditions for research, providing the best independent and interdisciplinary science advice, and strengthening the role of science in society.
Prof. Paweł Rowiński, Director of the Institute of Geophysics PAS, has served as President of ALLEA since June 2024. At the Institute of Geophysics PAS is also located the ALLEA Laison Office.
