The US National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine faces turmoil due to budget cuts from the Trump administration leading to significant restructuring. This includes layoffs in the National Research Council, which is grappling with a halted pipeline of future contracts for advisory reports. Members accuse academy leadership of inadequacy in defending science, citing issues of transparency and censorship, especially regarding studies on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Internal dissent has emerged, including potential no-confidence votes concerning the leadership of Marcia McNutt, amid concerns about the organization's scientific integrity.
Budget cuts by the Trump administration have led to significant restructuring within the US National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine, resulting in staff layoffs and decreased operations.
Critics accuse NASEM leadership of inadequate defense of scientific integrity, claiming there is a lack of transparency and attempts of censorship following recent guidance on research topics.
The National Research Council is facing severe budget constraints, with the cancellation of government contracts for advisory reports severely impacting future operations and staffing levels.
Amidst calls for a no-confidence vote against Marcia McNutt, NASEM members question the preservation of the organization if it compromises its scientific integrity.
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