The government of Turkey continues to undermine human rights and academic freedom across the country. In January, the government launched an assault on Bogazici University, appointing an outside and political loyalist as its Rector, and then cracking down on protests regarding this action. Dozens of students have been arrested. Petition to support academic freedom and the independence of ... Continue Reading>>
CCS Requests Release of Iranian Students
The Committee of Concerned Scientists, in a letter to the President of Iran, Hassan Rouhani, has requested the release of the students in Iran who participated in the recent protest demonstrations. Additionally, CCS has asked that their families be notified of their location and status and that they receive due process. January 14, 2018 Hassan Rouhani President of the Islamic Republic of ... Continue Reading>>