Professional Resources

Journal of Science Policy & Governance

The Journal of Science Policy & Governance is an internationally recognized, open-access, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to elevating students, post-docs, policy fellows, and young scholars in science, technology, and innovation policy and governance debate worldwide. JSPG publishes high-quality articles covering the widest range of topics in formats that are accessible to policymakers. Since 2011, JSPG has served as a vehicle for students and early career researchers to bolster their research and writing credentials in science policy. JSPG also elevates published work using a podcast, conference panels, and webinars that foster intergenerational discussions and engage the next generation in science policy at all levels of government. Follow JSPG on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. Subscribe to its newsletter for the latest call for submissions and volume releases and professional development opportunities.

National Science Policy Network

“NSPN is a non-profit representing early career science policy, advocacy, and diplomacy groups distributed across the country, focused on providing a platform for sharing resources, building relationships, and training the next generation of scientists and engineers to be pivotal voices in all levels of policy making.”

One of our favorite features of this website is the crowd-sourced resource guide full of science policy fellowships, conferences, communities, etc.

American Association for the Advancement of Science

The AAAS seeks to “advance science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all people.” 

 AAAS offers fellowships, workshops, resources related to science policy.

Union of Concerned Scientists

“The Union of Concerned Scientists is a national nonprofit organization founded more than 50 years ago by scientists and students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.” Their mission is “to use rigorous, independent science to solve our planet’s most pressing problems. Joining with people across the country, we combine technical analysis and effective advocacy to create innovative, practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.”

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