Future of STEM Workforce in Jeopardy Amid NSF Overhaul
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Erik Jacobsen's project focused on improving math education and addressing teacher biases was terminated by the NSF, reflecting a broader trend of budget cuts affecting over 750 education grants. This aligns with the Trump administration's initiative to realign NSF priorities toward advanced technological fields while sidelining STEM equity efforts. Experts worry that these drastic changes threaten the future of the STEM workforce and skill development in a variety of scientific disciplines, raising concerns about the nation's long-term competitive edge.
Jacobsen's grant, designed to address teacher biases in STEM education, was terminated by NSF, signaling a shake-up in agency priorities affecting numerous education-focused grants.
The Trump administration is reshaping NSF by terminating education grants, claiming a need to focus on scientific progress and developing a domestic STEM workforce.
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