These issue briefs provide an explanation of AAU's position on a few of its advocacy priorities for the current fiscal year.

One pager for advocacy focused on AAU's "Fund American Science" campaign.

The Association of American Universities (AAU) urges Congress to sustain funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) at FY25 levels. The administration’s proposal to cut the NIH by 40%

One pager for advocacy focused on securing scientific research against foreign threats.

A one pager explaining how the Bayh-Dole Act leads to new university-based startups and the creation of innovative goods and services.