Francis Collins sings at 'Stand up for Science' rally
Former NIH Director Francis Collins sang a song at a 'Stand up for Science' rally in Washington, DC, praising those in the science field. Collins had resigned following controversy over comments regarding federal funding of gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
Key Points
- Collins sang a rewritten folk festival song at the rally
- Controversy led to Collins' resignation from NIH
- Policy goals of the rally include ending censorship and political interference in science
Pros
- Praising individuals in the science field
- Promoting unity and a noble dream
Cons
- Controversy over Collins' comments on gain-of-function research