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A group of former NIH scientists and administrators have resigned in protest, citing political interference, censorship, and undermining of scientific integrity by the current administration, which they believe threatens public health, scientific progress, and democratic freedoms.
The NIH is reviewing and deciding on numerous previously rejected or shelved grant applications following court agreements, which aim to address delays caused by political restrictions, particularly on diversity, equity, and inclusion research. This process is part of ongoing legal battles over federal research funding, with some grants being restored and others not renewed due to shifting priorities, raising concerns about the impact on public health research and scientists' careers.
The Trump administration's move to cut NIH grants related to diversity, equity, and inclusion is being reconsidered after a legal settlement, allowing the agency to review previously frozen or denied applications without the influence of political directives, though future projects may face increased scrutiny.
The CDC awarded a controversial $1.6 million grant to Danish researchers with ties to the FDA to study hepatitis B vaccine timing in newborns, raising ethical concerns about the study's design and applicability, especially given the researchers' history and the differences between Guinea-Bissau and the U.S.
The CDC awarded a controversial $1.6 million grant to Danish researchers, linked to anti-vaccine figures, to study hepatitis B vaccination timing in Guinea-Bissau, raising concerns about cronyism, ethical issues, and the relevance of the study to US vaccine policy.
The UK government plans to increase research funding specifically for artificial intelligence and video games, highlighting a strategic focus on these innovative sectors.
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering an executive order to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug, which could significantly impact the cannabis industry by easing regulations, increasing research opportunities, and improving access to funding. The move would mark a major shift in federal drug policy, potentially lowering taxes and making it easier for banks and investors to participate in the sector. However, no final decision has been made yet, and the DEA will review the recommendation from health authorities.
A Harvard research team studying axolotls lost funding but was saved by a 6-year-old girl, Marianne Cullen, who raised about $1,000 to support their work on limb regeneration, highlighting the impact of individual contributions on scientific research.
The pipeline for Ph.D. students in U.S. universities is shrinking rapidly due to funding cuts, international visa restrictions, and changing perceptions of higher education, risking America's leadership in science and technology as other countries fill the gap.
The University of Virginia declined to join the federal Compact for Academic Excellence, citing concerns over research funding tied to contractual arrangements and emphasizing its commitment to merit-based assessment, academic freedom, and collaborative progress in higher education.
The University of Southern California rejected the Trump administration's controversial education compact, citing concerns that tying research funding to conservative policies could undermine academic freedom and excellence. The compact, which has also been rejected by MIT and Brown, includes demands such as defining gender strictly, restricting foreign students, and promoting certain ideological views, prompting strong opposition from USC faculty and California officials.
Harvard University experienced a $113 million loss due to cuts in research funding implemented during Trump's administration.
Mason Peck, an aerospace engineer at Cornell, describes how his team was developing innovative spacecraft designs, but their work was halted by a stop-work order, highlighting the impact of funding cuts on scientific research during the Trump administration.
A mother from Flintshire advocates for increased awareness and research funding after her baby girl, Molly, was misdiagnosed with colic before being diagnosed with a brain tumour, leading to complex surgeries and ongoing treatment challenges.
The Trump administration's new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas is expected to significantly impact US universities, especially research institutions like Stanford and Columbia, by increasing costs and potentially reducing international hiring and enrollment, which could hinder research and innovation.