Dear list members, Most of you will be aware of the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, and its status as a globally important biodiversity research institute.
You may dismayed to hear of proposed cuts to research staff, which threaten to inflict serious damage to the museum, research standing, and scientific mission. If you haven't already done so, I strongly urge you to add your name to this online petition and spread the word at change.org, to Protect Scientific Research at the Field Museum: https://www.change.org/petitions/protect-research-at-field-museum-of-natural-history-chicago Almost 10,000 people have so far signed, including many of the world's most prominent ecologists, evolutionary biologists and taxonomists. Please lend your support to maintain the Field Museum as a leading international research hub. Thank You Heidi Smith Columbia University, New York NY www.natureafield.com
