H-1B Visas and Scientific Discovery

This chapter explores the critical role of the H-1B visa for foreign scientists in the U.S., detailing its history, recent policy changes, and the resulting anxiety among international talent. It also highlights significant discoveries of new species, including the clouded tiger cat and unique frogs in Madagascar, emphasizing the importance of such findings amid broader biodiversity concerns. Personal narratives, like that of an Iranian brain scientist navigating visa challenges, underscore the human impact of these immigration policies on the scientific community.