Newswise — CRDF will host a special briefing on Capitol Hill to provide an overview and update on several global diplomacy activities focused on science and technology engagement. Speakers from the public and private sectors will address the importance of increasing scientific partnerships to tackle global challenges while improving diplomacy, international security, and economic prosperity.

Speakers include: - Ms. Cathleen A. Campbell, President & CEO, CRDF- United States Representative Brian Baird - United States Representative Rush Holt- Dr. Jason Rao, Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Science and Technology Policy, Executive Office of the President- Mr. Lawrence Gumbiner, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Science, Space & Health, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, U.S. Department of State- Dr. Alex Dehgan, Science and Technology Adviser, U.S. Agency for International Development- Dr. Gail H. Cassell, Vice President of Scientific Affairs and Distinguished Research Scholar for Infectious Diseases, Eli Lilly and Company All credentialed journalists are welcome to attend this special, invitation-only event; and are encouraged to register their attendance with EA Dyson at (703) 526-2339.

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