Committee of Concerned Scientists

An international non-profit organization of scientists, physicians, engineers and scholars dedicated to protecting the human rights and scientific freedom of our colleagues around the world.

An independent non-profit organization of scientists, physicians, engineers and scholars dedicated to protecting the human rights and scientific freedom of our colleagues around the world.

Our Work

Call for End to Ongoing Persecution of a Physicist

CCS urges authorities to end the prolonged persecution of a physicist convicted on terrorism-related charges in France over 16 years ago. Even though he served his sentence and has since contributed positively to the scientific community, he has faced restrictions and repeated expulsions from various countries, hindering his research career. ... Continue Reading>>

2025 Annual Report

2025 Case Report (as of December 2025) January 2025 Igbal Abilov, Azerbaijan Igbal Abilov, a Belarusian State University lecturer in ethnic studies, was arrested in Azerbaijan, raising concerns that the detention is linked to his research on ethnic minorities conducted with Armenian academics ahead of COP29 in Baku. The Committee calls for his release, return to Belarus, and access to legal ... Continue Reading>>

Concerns Over Union College’s Possible Termination of Professor Leila Khatami

The Committee expresses concern over Union College’s possible termination of Professor Leila Khatami, reportedly based on her family background rather than her professional conduct. Such an action would contradict American values and academic freedom, as the United States does not punish individuals for the actions or identities of their ... Continue Reading>>

Suez University Professors at Risk of Dismissal for Doing Scholarly Research

Several professors at Suez University have been summoned to testify before committees concerning alleged violations of academic regulations, misrepresentation of Egypt, and scientific misconduct, because of their publishing peer-reviewed research articles. These charges may ultimately result in their dismissal from the university. CCS respectfully urges the university administration to withdraw ... Continue Reading>>

Physician Professor, daughter of Iranian politician, terminated by Emory University

Professor Fatemah Ardeshir-Larijani, was terminated by Emory University allegedly based on her family ties to a prominent Iranian politician. The CCS urges Emory to correct this injustice by reinstating her, affirming that in the United States individuals should not be punished for the actions or status of their ... Continue Reading>>

CONTACT

Edyta Greer
Executive Director
P.O. Box 112
New York, NY 10159
emgreer@concernedscientists.org