France and the European Union plan to enhance efforts to draw US-based scientists impacted by Donald Trump's academic restrictions. With French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen set to make major announcements at Sorbonne University, they will outline incentives and protections for researchers considering relocation to Europe. This initiative reflects growing concerns over academic freedoms in the US, prompting a collective call from 13 EU nations to fast-track policies that bolster Europe's reputation as a hub for innovation and research.
The French president emphasized that France and the EU are committed to becoming safe havens for academics, ensuring academic freedoms and attracting talent threatened by recent US policies.
An Elysee official stated: "We are a space where there is freedom of research and no taboo topics," reinforcing Europe's appeal as a destination for scientists.
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