The Trump administration is accused of interfering with Australian universities by requiring researchers funded by the US to align with specific government interests, including issues of gender identity. A questionnaire posed over 30 questions focusing on adherence to these policies, including DEI elements and collaborations with China. Several Australian universities have already seen research grants terminated under new guidelines. The Group of Eight (Go8) universities expressed deep concern over these policies, particularly regarding impacts on health research and defence collaboration with the US.
The questionnaire sent to university researchers over the past fortnight seeks a response within 48 hours to over 30 questions, aligning with Trump administration interests.
Vicki Thomson expressed concern about the implications of the Trump administration's policy, particularly for health and medical research and defence collaboration.
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