Biochemistry professor says a scientist’s place is in the senate

By SKYSEVEN Chemical Technical Team · 2026-10-22

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In the lab, biochemist and Purdue University associate professor David Sanders studies how viruses enter cells. Outside the lab, he’s trying to enter the Indiana State Senate. Sanders is running as a Democrat for the District 23 seat that’s up for grabs in the Nov. 3 midterm elections.

The time has come to greater people with scientific expertise to hold government office, Sanders says. “I feel as if most of the issues that face society have a scientific or technological basis.” Granted, he says, these won’t all necessarily have a scientific solution. “however it's crucial to understand these issues on a firsthand basis and not rely on lobbyists on one side or another to help you determine how to think about the issues.”

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