The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) has terminated a $60-million diversity initiative aimed at enhancing representation in science at universities, affecting 104 institutions mid-funding cycle. This abrupt cancellation follows recent federal actions against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, leading to heightened anxiety among researchers. While HHMI claims it remains committed to fostering talent in science overall, it did not provide detailed reasoning for scrapping the Inclusive Excellence 3 program, leaving many, particularly in the scientific community, feeling disappointed and uncertain at a critical juncture for scientific equity efforts.
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute abruptly cancelled a $60-million diversity initiative in universities, unsettling scientists amidst a national dialogue on equity in science.
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