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I am writing today from New Delhi, India, where we have been meeting with members of the Indian scientific community, from students to senior leaders. Science has an essential role to play in building bridges between societies, particularly against the backdrop of turmoil in the world. It is incumbent on AAAS not only to represent American science, but also to work on behalf of our members in the United States and across the globe to keep international science collaboration possible.

Another way we bolster connections is by bringing the global scientific community together in person. Last month, thousands convened in Phoenix for the AAAS Annual Meeting. Since 1848, this gathering has provided a space to exchange knowledge and ideas and spark collaborations that fuel science. Our community came together with resolve this year, redoubling its commitment to producing cutting-edge research in the face of disruption, creating pathways for early-career researchers, and communicating more effectively about science’s place in the world. And for the first time ever, we featured graduate students in a plenary discussion. See the full story below.

Beyond the Annual Meeting, we offer events and resources throughout the year to help members and others excel in their work and engage with local communities. If you couldn’t join us, you can view recent recordings: “Why AI Matters Now in Science & Science Education for All Learners” (held by Section Q - Education) and “Our Federal Courts: How They Work and What They Do” (held by AAAS Sections Y - General Interest in Science and Engineering, and X - Societal Impacts of Science and Engineering). Bookmark the Member Community calendar to stay informed about future events.

I want to thank all who participated in electing new AAAS leaders. Each year, I am honored to work alongside members who have stepped up to lend their time and expertise to help guide our association. Learn about President-elect Eric D. Isaacs and Board Members Jennifer Lodge and Susan M. Rosenberg in the story below. You can welcome new Section leaders and thank those who participated in the election on Member Community.

To close, I learned recently that caterpillars use sophisticated signals to communicate with ants. It’s findings like this that inspire the wonder that often fuels discovery.

Sudip S. Parikh, Ph.D. 
Chief Executive Officer, AAAS  
Executive Publisher, Science Journals