An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Release researcher Kseniia Petrova to enable cancer research breakthroughs

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Harvard researcher Kseniia Petrova has been unjustly detained by immigration authorities for over two months, putting crucial cancer research and scientific advancements at risk. Her expertise in analyzing groundbreaking microscope images is irreplaceable, as she developed the computer scripts vital for unlocking the data's full potential. Without her, the insights and breakthroughs in early cancer detection and longevity research may never be realized. This detention is damaging America's ability to attract and retain top scientific talent. Petrova's case exemplifies the harmful effects of the harsh immigration policies that are driving away researchers and stifling innovation. Her continued detention undermines scientific progress that could lead to life-saving discoveries benefiting all of humanity. Releasing Petrova immediately would allow this important work to continue and send a message that the United States values science over needless cruelty.

▶ Created on April 22, 2025 by Julie

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