The Trump administration's recent actions have raised concerns about a potential assault on academic freedom, particularly through the National Science Foundation (NSF). Following an executive order that momentarily halted NSF grants, it was reported that the agency is now scrutinizing research for specific keywords deemed unacceptable, including terms related to gender, race, and diversity. Experts warn this could halt crucial social and biomedical research, as these terms are foundational to studying human subjects. The implications for academic integrity and scientific progress are significant amid fears of an emerging oligarchy.
"These keywords could show up in the text of ANY grant involving human participants. You can't design a study of humans without using at least one of these terms."
"A week ago, one of Trump's many executive orders seemed to freeze all NSF grants, to the shock of the academic community."
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