The article discusses a lawsuit by several states against the National Institutes of Health (NIH) over a new policy that reduces indirect costs for research grants. These costs are vital for supporting critical services on campuses, including research hospitals. The lawsuit claims this policy jeopardizes biomedical research and could lead to significant budget shortfalls, impacting treatment availability. States participating in the suit span both Democratic and Republican affiliations, with the intent of addressing the adverse effects on specific institutions while intentionally bypassing states led by Republican officials.
The new NIH policy slashes indirect costs essential for campus services, risking budgetary shortfalls and potential shutdowns of research programs.
States argue the NIH's new policy diminishes biomedical research funding and availability of treatments, harming both campuses and citizens.
The lawsuit claims changes to NIH grant terms violate contract law and the Administrative Procedures Act, potentially leading to arbitrary policy alterations.
Participants from various states seek to prevent damages from the NIH's revised policies while targeting support for specific institutions.
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