AIBS has joined a science community letter in support of Dr. Arati Prabhakar as Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). The letter was sent to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on July 18, ahead of Dr. Prabhakar’s confirmation hearing.
“Dr. Prabhakar is a proven leader who brings the right mix of multisector experience in government, industry, and academia, making her an outstanding choice to join the Cabinet as the OSTP Director,” reads the letter. “Dr. Prabhakar is the ideal scientist and leader for this crucial role, and we urge Congress to approve her nomination as swiftly as possible.”
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