The National Institutes of Health (N.I.H.) is implementing a new policy that caps indirect funding for medical research at universities to 15%, down from current levels that can exceed 50%. This change targets approximately $9 billion in indirect funds used for various support functions, potentially creating budget gaps that could threaten ongoing research projects. Critics, including university officials like Dr. David A. Baltrus, express concerns that this will lead to staff cuts and hinder efforts to develop vital treatments. The change is partly viewed as a response to the Trump administration's initiatives to curb funding linked to diversity and inclusion efforts.
The National Institutes of Health has decided to cap indirect funding for medical research at 15%, significantly affecting university budgets that rely on these funds for support.
Dr. David A. Baltrus warned that the new policy could destroy research universities by leading to cuts in staff and resources, jeopardizing vital scientific efforts.
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