The article discusses a directive issued by a communications team at a research institute that discourages sharing scientific content not in line with administration priorities. Experts worry this could create a chilling effect, leading to self-censorship among researchers to avoid controversies. Notably, former federal scientists, like Linda Birnbaum, view this as an intrusion on scientific integrity and liken it to intimidation tactics. The directive has arisen during an administration that has already made significant cuts to research funding.
The directive was circulated by the institute's communications team, leading to fears of interference in the scientific process and potential censorship by researchers.
Health experts expressed concern that the new guidance could establish a chilling effect, leading researchers to hesitate when sharing scientific findings that deviate from administration priorities.
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