The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) thanks Nature for its recent article covering the U.S. government’s proposed new visa policy targeting Chinese students. This policy raises serious concerns about its potential to harm the U.S. scientific talent pipeline and exacerbate fears among Asian American scholars.

AASF Fellow Professor Ken Ono contributed his voice and expertise to this story, and his remarks underscore the lasting impact of misguided policies and the continued need for vigilance and advocacy. “There’s still a lot of work to be done to repair the damage that has been caused. And the chilling effect on scientific collaboration, especially with China, is real.”

We appreciate Professor Ono’s leadership and the ongoing efforts of all our Fellows to bring national attention to these pressing issues.

“AASF is deeply grateful to Professor Ken Ono and our Fellows for speaking out on matters that directly affect the academic and scientific community,” said AASF Executive Director Gisela Kusakawa. “Their lived experiences and expertise are essential to informing policy solutions and ensuring the U.S. remains a global leader in research and innovation.”

We encourage our supporters to read Nature’s coverage of this issue and the potential consequences for the scientific community. If you are affected by these changes and interested in speaking with the media to continue raising awareness of the impact of new policies, please email AASF at media@aasforum.org.