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Kseniia Pertova, a Russian scientist at Harvard Medical School, is detained in Louisiana, facing possible deportation. Her expertise in analyzing images from a groundbreaking microscope crucial for cancer research and longevity studies is jeopardized. Her detention, stemming from a customs violation concerning frog embryos, highlights concerns about the chilling effect of US immigration policies on international scientific talent. Colleagues fear losing her unique skills and the potential for major scientific advancements. Her asylum hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.

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