Summary:
- Kseniia Pertova, a Harvard scientist conducting cancer research, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while trying to board a flight to Russia.
- Pertova, a Russian national, was held for several hours at the airport before being released. Her detention has raised concerns about the impact on scientific research and collaborations.
- The incident highlights the challenges faced by international scientists and researchers in the current political climate, as they navigate immigration policies and potential barriers to their work.