Scientists are planning to march on Washington. Here's why

Amid growing concerns over the anti-science stance of the Trump administration, I spoke to US scientists planning to join the March for Science

Scientists in the United States are mobilising to organise a March for Science. What originated online as a discussion about how to push back against the anti-science stance of Donald Trump's administration rapidly gathered support from concerned scientists and non-scientists alike. A march on Washington similar to the Women's March was proposed, and within 24 hours the group's Twitter account had gained an additional 124,000 followers. Over half a million people have also joined a new Facebook page, which has become a hive of comments, suggestions and coordination. An event in the US capital is planned for March, with activities occurring in other countries.

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