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Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization promoting belonging, freedom & equality for all.
Today, AASF’s ED Gisela Kusakawa is participating in the NCAPA Executive Directors annual convening, bringing together leaders of prominent and long-standing AANHPI national organizations from across the country to work in coalition for the betterment and future of the AANHPI and all communities.
December 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Today, AASF’s ED Gisela Kusakawa is participating in the NCAPA Executive Directors annual convening, bringing together leaders of prominent and long-standing AANHPI national organizations from across the country to work in coalition for the betterment and future of the AANHPI and all communities.
AASF extends our sincere thanks to Helen Chen, CCADP President, and the CCADP organizers for convening this important forum and creating a supportive environment for academic leaders committed to educating the next generation.
December 10, 2025 at 8:31 PM
AASF extends our sincere thanks to Helen Chen, CCADP President, and the CCADP organizers for convening this important forum and creating a supportive environment for academic leaders committed to educating the next generation.
Kusakawa spoke during “The Imperative of Engaging with Legislators & Policymakers,” where she highlighted how academic leaders can play a crucial role in shaping policies that advance institutional priorities, support students & strengthen higher education’s impact on society.
December 10, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Kusakawa spoke during “The Imperative of Engaging with Legislators & Policymakers,” where she highlighted how academic leaders can play a crucial role in shaping policies that advance institutional priorities, support students & strengthen higher education’s impact on society.
AASF's ED Gisela Kusakawa & AASF Fellows Yiran Chen & Hai “Helen” Li joined The Council of Chinese American Deans and Presidents (CCADP) at the CCADP Annual Forum 2025: Advancing Innovation and Student Success in Higher Education, held at North Carolina State University.
December 10, 2025 at 8:31 PM
AASF's ED Gisela Kusakawa & AASF Fellows Yiran Chen & Hai “Helen” Li joined The Council of Chinese American Deans and Presidents (CCADP) at the CCADP Annual Forum 2025: Advancing Innovation and Student Success in Higher Education, held at North Carolina State University.
A recent Science article highlighted the growing national concerns about the act and how organizations like AASF were bringing those concerns to the attention of lawmakers: www.aasforum.org/2025/11/10/a...
December 8, 2025 at 9:20 PM
A recent Science article highlighted the growing national concerns about the act and how organizations like AASF were bringing those concerns to the attention of lawmakers: www.aasforum.org/2025/11/10/a...
AASF fellows Prof. Peter F. Michelson & Prof. Steven A. Kivelson also led a letter from Stanford University faculty signed by more than 750 scholars and researchers: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
December 8, 2025 at 9:20 PM
AASF fellows Prof. Peter F. Michelson & Prof. Steven A. Kivelson also led a letter from Stanford University faculty signed by more than 750 scholars and researchers: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
AASF celebrates the removal of the SAFE Research Act from the FY 2026 NDAA. This legislative win follows AASF’s 10/17 letter cautioning the harms of this provision to American research: www.aasforum.org/wp-content/u...
December 8, 2025 at 9:20 PM
AASF celebrates the removal of the SAFE Research Act from the FY 2026 NDAA. This legislative win follows AASF’s 10/17 letter cautioning the harms of this provision to American research: www.aasforum.org/wp-content/u...
The letter supports AASF’s letter that raised concerns about the damaging consequences this legislation would have on America’s scientific competitiveness, innovation, and ability to attract top global talent: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
November 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The letter supports AASF’s letter that raised concerns about the damaging consequences this legislation would have on America’s scientific competitiveness, innovation, and ability to attract top global talent: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
More than 750 faculty members & researchers from 210 US universities & academic institutions in 41 states & DC have also signed on in support. The list of supporters also includes several Nobel laureates as well as many members of the NAS & the AAAS.
November 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
More than 750 faculty members & researchers from 210 US universities & academic institutions in 41 states & DC have also signed on in support. The list of supporters also includes several Nobel laureates as well as many members of the NAS & the AAAS.
AASF expresses strong support for the open letter from 750 + faculty led by Profs Peter F. Michelson & Steven A. Kivelson sent to House & Senate Committees on Armed Services regarding the SAFE Research Act in the F26 NDAA: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
November 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
AASF expresses strong support for the open letter from 750 + faculty led by Profs Peter F. Michelson & Steven A. Kivelson sent to House & Senate Committees on Armed Services regarding the SAFE Research Act in the F26 NDAA: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
AASF Board Member Prof. Haifan Lin (Yale) was quoted as calling for fairness and trust in global research. “It will accelerate the breakdown of people-to-people trust…”
Read the article: www.science.org/content/arti...
Read the article: www.science.org/content/arti...
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
AASF Board Member Prof. Haifan Lin (Yale) was quoted as calling for fairness and trust in global research. “It will accelerate the breakdown of people-to-people trust…”
Read the article: www.science.org/content/arti...
Read the article: www.science.org/content/arti...
Quoted in the article, Prof. Kivelson spoke about the importance of scientists speaking out: “The image of tilting with windmills does come to mind. But this issue is so important to scientists, I feel that we need to do whatever we can”: www.science.org/content/arti...
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Quoted in the article, Prof. Kivelson spoke about the importance of scientists speaking out: “The image of tilting with windmills does come to mind. But this issue is so important to scientists, I feel that we need to do whatever we can”: www.science.org/content/arti...
Prof. Michelson emphasized the importance of policies rooted in fairness, not fear: “Our scientific leadership has benefited enormously from the United States’ ability to attract and collaborate with the world’s brightest minds.” www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Prof. Michelson emphasized the importance of policies rooted in fairness, not fear: “Our scientific leadership has benefited enormously from the United States’ ability to attract and collaborate with the world’s brightest minds.” www.aasforum.org/2025/10/29/a...
Science highlights the Asian American Scholar Forum’s warning that the Act’s vague language could lead to “arbitrary and biased enforcement,” echoing the chilling effects of the former China Initiative: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Science highlights the Asian American Scholar Forum’s warning that the Act’s vague language could lead to “arbitrary and biased enforcement,” echoing the chilling effects of the former China Initiative: www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
AASF & 750+ faculty letter featured in a Science Magazine article by journalist Jeff Mervis, calling national attention to the proposed SAFE Research Act — an NDAA amendment that could threaten to undermine U.S. scientific leadership, innovation, and trust: www.aasforum.org/2025/11/10/a...
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 AM
AASF & 750+ faculty letter featured in a Science Magazine article by journalist Jeff Mervis, calling national attention to the proposed SAFE Research Act — an NDAA amendment that could threaten to undermine U.S. scientific leadership, innovation, and trust: www.aasforum.org/2025/11/10/a...
As highlighted in our recent letter to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, AASF has cautioned Congress against the SAFE Research Act provision of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
October 28, 2025 at 8:42 PM
As highlighted in our recent letter to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, AASF has cautioned Congress against the SAFE Research Act provision of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
AASF was recently featured in an article by the American Institute of Physics (AIP) about the SAFE Research Act, a proposal that would severely restrict international research collaborations & disproportionately impact AA scholars & scientists: www.aip.org/fyi/house-pr...
October 28, 2025 at 8:42 PM
AASF was recently featured in an article by the American Institute of Physics (AIP) about the SAFE Research Act, a proposal that would severely restrict international research collaborations & disproportionately impact AA scholars & scientists: www.aip.org/fyi/house-pr...
The Advocacy 101 training originally scheduled for October 23 has been rescheduled for Monday, November 3, from 5-6 pm ET.
Link to register: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvo...
Link to register: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvo...
October 22, 2025 at 7:37 PM
The Advocacy 101 training originally scheduled for October 23 has been rescheduled for Monday, November 3, from 5-6 pm ET.
Link to register: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvo...
Link to register: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvo...
What are some of our concerns with the SAFE Research Act? Read our letter to learn more!
www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
October 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
What are some of our concerns with the SAFE Research Act? Read our letter to learn more!
www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
www.aasforum.org/2025/10/20/a...
Through this letter, AASF reaffirmed its commitment to working with Congress to strengthen U.S. leadership in science and technology, while upholding the core American values of transparency, clarity, fairness, due process, and non-discrimination.
October 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Through this letter, AASF reaffirmed its commitment to working with Congress to strengthen U.S. leadership in science and technology, while upholding the core American values of transparency, clarity, fairness, due process, and non-discrimination.
The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) sent a letter to educate Congressional leaders on the harms of the SAFE Research Act from the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act: www.aasforum.org/wp-content/u...
October 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) sent a letter to educate Congressional leaders on the harms of the SAFE Research Act from the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act: www.aasforum.org/wp-content/u...
Save the date for our upcoming webinar — Advocacy 101 for Scholars, Scientists & Researchers – on Oct. 23 from 4-5 pm ET: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvocacy101
October 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Save the date for our upcoming webinar — Advocacy 101 for Scholars, Scientists & Researchers – on Oct. 23 from 4-5 pm ET: tinyurl.com/AASFAAJCAdvocacy101
This prestigious fellowship is part of AASF's broader commitment to supporting and elevating the voices of Asian Americans in the U.S. research ecosystem that touches all parts of our lives, from our campuses, business, economy, and daily lives.
October 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
This prestigious fellowship is part of AASF's broader commitment to supporting and elevating the voices of Asian Americans in the U.S. research ecosystem that touches all parts of our lives, from our campuses, business, economy, and daily lives.
Peidong Yang | University of California, Berkeley
Wei Wang | University of California, Los Angeles
Jie Yao | University of California, Berkeley
Wei Wang | University of California, Los Angeles
Jie Yao | University of California, Berkeley
October 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Peidong Yang | University of California, Berkeley
Wei Wang | University of California, Los Angeles
Jie Yao | University of California, Berkeley
Wei Wang | University of California, Los Angeles
Jie Yao | University of California, Berkeley
Serena Rao | Stanford University
Yingzi Yang | Harvard University
Lexing Ying | Stanford University
Mengdi Wang | Princeton University
Junqiao Wu | University of California, Berkeley
Lishan Su | University of Maryland, Baltimore
Yingzi Yang | Harvard University
Lexing Ying | Stanford University
Mengdi Wang | Princeton University
Junqiao Wu | University of California, Berkeley
Lishan Su | University of Maryland, Baltimore
October 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Serena Rao | Stanford University
Yingzi Yang | Harvard University
Lexing Ying | Stanford University
Mengdi Wang | Princeton University
Junqiao Wu | University of California, Berkeley
Lishan Su | University of Maryland, Baltimore
Yingzi Yang | Harvard University
Lexing Ying | Stanford University
Mengdi Wang | Princeton University
Junqiao Wu | University of California, Berkeley
Lishan Su | University of Maryland, Baltimore