In April, the NIH issued a prohibition against researchers from certain "countries of concern," such as China, Russia, and Iran, from accessing its controlled data repositories. This decision, made under Executive Order 14117, signals a broader issue regarding the politicization of scientific resources, which ideally should remain open and unimpeded by political tension. One highlighted project is the Cancer Genome Atlas, which aims to identify genetic alterations related to cancer. This ban not only restricts access to vital data but also raises concerns about the future integrity of scientific collaboration globally.
The decision to bar researchers from "countries of concern" raises alarm about the integrity and openness of scientific research, reflecting a worrying trend of politicization.
By restricting access to essential scientific data repositories to researchers in specific countries, the NIH undermines the collaborative nature of global science and research.
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