American science policy is now more important than at perhaps any previous point in history—how science is organized and funded (or not funded) in this country continues to rise in significance.

I have also spoken about the undersupply of people who understand this and are trying to act on it in Washington. Unfortunately the career paths here are neither well-defined nor well-regarded.  I would like to help change that.

What we’re looking for:

• Priority 1: Metascience Policy Entrepreneurs in DC
  • Funding for individuals working at the intersection of science policy and institutional reform—people who can shape how Congress and federal agencies think about science funding and governance.
• Priority 2: Science and Metascience Communicators
  • Funding for communicators via any medium—bloggers, journalists, authors, podcasters, artists, filmmakers, conveners, influencers, event organizers—who can expand the reach of pro-science ideas beyond their current audience.

We are doing this with and thank Renaissance Philanthropy for the support.  You can apply through the regular Emergent Ventures portal.