On Tuesday, the House Appropriations Committee advanced the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) bill, including report language that would effectively revive the discredited “China Initiative.” In response, 82 civil rights and Asian American advocacy organizations—led by Advancing Justice – AAJC, the Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF), Stop AAPI Hate, and…
On Tuesday, the House Appropriations Committee advanced the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies (CJS) bill, including report language that would effectively revive the discredited “China Initiative.” In response, 82 civil rights and Asian American advocacy organizations—led by Advancing Justice – AAJC, the Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF), Stop AAPI Hate, and…
Dear AASF Community, We are writing to share an important update that the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party held a hearing on “China’s economic espionage and subnational influence in the United States”. At the center of the hearing was how the country would move […] The post AASF Briefs House Select Committee Staff for…
Hosted by the Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) In this timely webinar, leading attorneys on the front lines of these cases share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the evolving legal landscape facing America’s research and academic communities. Originally recorded on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 This in-depth panel discussion brings together an exceptional group of […] The post Under…
Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) congratulates AASF Fellow Professor H.-S. Philip Wong on his election to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). This recognition reflects not only Professor Wong’s exceptional professional accomplishments but also the growing and historic contributions of Asian American scholars in advancing engineering, technology, and innovation in the United States.…
You’re invited to a conversation with the attorneys on the front lines defending researchers. This in-depth panel discussion brings together an exceptional group of legal experts, each with groundbreaking cases and deep expertise in protecting scientists, scholars, and researchers. t’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from the attorneys actively defending researchers against federal…
The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) joins leading scientists, engineers, medical experts, and research advocates in signing Stand Up For Science’s Open Letter to Congress expressing deep concern over the abrupt dismissal of all 22 members of the National Science Board. Created by Congress more than 75 years ago alongside the founding of the National Science […] The post AASF is Standing With…
The AASF fellowship program builds a pipeline of legal professionals who can address the most pressing challenges facing Asian Americans and the broader research community. The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) is proud to welcome Elizabeth Zhu, a J.D. candidate at Cornell Law School, as AASF’s inaugural 2026 Summer Law Fellow through a newly established independent […] The post Asian American…
Washington, D.C. – The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) joined the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) coalition on Capitol Hill for a multi-day convening with Congressional offices to discuss critical issues impacting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities. This week alone, the coalition met with over 38 Congressional offices. AASF […] The…
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) announced the election of 120 members and 25 international members in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. These newly elected members bring the total number of active NAS members to 2,705 and international members to 557, representing some of the most accomplished scholars and researchers […] The post Asian…
