The article discusses the chaos and insecurity faced by scientists in the U.S. following President Trump's executive orders, which disrupted funding and institutional stability. Researchers report feelings of existential doubt as they grapple with unclear policies targeting diversity, equity, and language, leading to fears about their work and the future of scientific discovery. The psychological impacts of these changes are palpable, with many scientists feeling threatened in their careers. The ambiguity surrounding the orders further compounds the confusion, creating an unsettling atmosphere in academic and research institutions.
It's feeling like this could be the beginning of the end of my career... I'm starting to have those doubts. It's a pretty awful feeling.
Marxist equity? What is that? I don't even know what that is.
The orders and other administration memos were stunning and bewildering to many researchers.
The uncertainty in the nation's laboratories is pervasive, with scientists unsure whether they will remain funded.
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