Comment from Hope Bretscher
Hope BretscherOpposeAcademic
Summary: An assistant professor of condensed matter physics opposes the proposed revisions to sections 200.202(e) and 200.220. The commenter argues that these restrictions would isolate American scientists, damage the dominance of US science, and hinder the production of knowledge by limiting international collaboration.
[200.202(e), 200.220]
To Whom it May Concern:
I am an assistant professor in condensed matter physics.
I am writing in my personal capacity to oppose the proposed revisions to sections 200.202(e) and 200.220 that would restrict international scientific collaboration and isolate American scientists.
I am highly concerned about possible restrictions to international collaboration. I have many peers who work at CERN- and restrictions could cut the US out of these collaborations. This will damage the dominance of US science.
I am concerned about restrictions on international collaborations. Science and knowledge is not national - and restricting working with others as a blanket policy will reduce our ability to produce knowledge.