Trump's nominee for NIH chief talks frozen grants and fostering 'scientific dissent'Jay Bhattacharya emphasizes funding for NIH scientists but lacks clarity on his strategy during his confirmation hearing.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
Scientists say NIH officials told them to scrub mRNA references on grantsNIH may abandon mRNA vaccine research, discouraging scientists from mentioning it in grant applications.
Lifesaving mRNA Vaccine Technology Appears Targeted under Trump and RFK, Jr.NIH is urging scientists to eliminate mRNA vaccine references from grant applications, signaling a potential retreat from this area of research.
Scientists worried after Trump halts NIH grant reviewsThe freeze on NIH activities under the Trump administration raises concerns about funding disruptions for scientific research.
Trump administration considers NIH critic as agency's leaderThe Trump administration may appoint Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a COVID-19 restrictions critic, to a significant public health position, signaling diverse views on health policy.
Trump's nominee for NIH chief talks frozen grants and fostering 'scientific dissent'Jay Bhattacharya emphasizes funding for NIH scientists but lacks clarity on his strategy during his confirmation hearing.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
Scientists say NIH officials told them to scrub mRNA references on grantsNIH may abandon mRNA vaccine research, discouraging scientists from mentioning it in grant applications.
Lifesaving mRNA Vaccine Technology Appears Targeted under Trump and RFK, Jr.NIH is urging scientists to eliminate mRNA vaccine references from grant applications, signaling a potential retreat from this area of research.
Scientists worried after Trump halts NIH grant reviewsThe freeze on NIH activities under the Trump administration raises concerns about funding disruptions for scientific research.
Trump administration considers NIH critic as agency's leaderThe Trump administration may appoint Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a COVID-19 restrictions critic, to a significant public health position, signaling diverse views on health policy.
Federal judge blocks drastic funding cuts to medical researchA federal judge blocked funding cuts from the Trump administration that threaten vital medical research, ensuring continued support for critical health studies.
The Trump administration axes funding for climate impacts on health researchNIH is halting new funding for climate change health research, potentially jeopardizing public health initiatives.
NIH Funding Cuts Would Hobble U.S. Medical Research, Insider SaysNIH cuts $4 billion in funding to biomedical research, halving indirect cost reimbursements, which sparks a federal lawsuit from 22 states.
22 states sue to halt NIH research funding cutsThe Trump administration's plan to cap NIH overhead payments is under legal challenge from 22 states, citing potential harm to vital medical research.
NIH Budget Cuts Are the Apocalypse of American Science,' Experts SayNIH cuts indirect funding, alarming researchers and impacting U.S. biomedical science significantly.
NIH has cut one mRNA-vaccine grant. Will more follow?NIH has expanded cuts to science funding, affecting research grants across various topics, raising concerns about cuts to mRNA vaccine research.
Federal judge blocks drastic funding cuts to medical researchA federal judge blocked funding cuts from the Trump administration that threaten vital medical research, ensuring continued support for critical health studies.
The Trump administration axes funding for climate impacts on health researchNIH is halting new funding for climate change health research, potentially jeopardizing public health initiatives.
NIH Funding Cuts Would Hobble U.S. Medical Research, Insider SaysNIH cuts $4 billion in funding to biomedical research, halving indirect cost reimbursements, which sparks a federal lawsuit from 22 states.
22 states sue to halt NIH research funding cutsThe Trump administration's plan to cap NIH overhead payments is under legal challenge from 22 states, citing potential harm to vital medical research.
NIH Budget Cuts Are the Apocalypse of American Science,' Experts SayNIH cuts indirect funding, alarming researchers and impacting U.S. biomedical science significantly.
NIH has cut one mRNA-vaccine grant. Will more follow?NIH has expanded cuts to science funding, affecting research grants across various topics, raising concerns about cuts to mRNA vaccine research.
NIH cuts funding for vaccine hesitancy research and may target mRNA research tooNIH funding cuts under the Trump administration are impacting critical vaccine hesitancy research amidst declining vaccination rates.
Researchers remain in "limbo" as Trump battles courtsUniversity researchers face uncertainty amid Trump's executive actions, affecting funding and ongoing projects.Many researchers report operations aren't normal due to conflicting guidance and funding freezes.
Trump halts medical research funding in apparent violation of judge's orderThe Trump administration has halted NIH processes that are essential for medical research funding, potentially in violation of a court order.
Judge Extends Block on N.I.H. Medical Research CutsA federal judge has temporarily blocked NIH funding cuts to medical research institutions.
Francis Collins Retires From N.I.H., Saying Colleagues Deserve the Utmost Respect'Dr. Francis S. Collins retired from the NIH, reflecting on his career and expressing concerns about bipartisan support for biomedical research.
US universities curtail PhD admissions amid Trump science funding cutsPhD admissions are being cut or paused at some US universities due to uncertainty over federal funding.Young scientists are facing confusion and delays in their graduate studies.
NIH cuts funding for vaccine hesitancy research and may target mRNA research tooNIH funding cuts under the Trump administration are impacting critical vaccine hesitancy research amidst declining vaccination rates.
Researchers remain in "limbo" as Trump battles courtsUniversity researchers face uncertainty amid Trump's executive actions, affecting funding and ongoing projects.Many researchers report operations aren't normal due to conflicting guidance and funding freezes.
Trump halts medical research funding in apparent violation of judge's orderThe Trump administration has halted NIH processes that are essential for medical research funding, potentially in violation of a court order.
Judge Extends Block on N.I.H. Medical Research CutsA federal judge has temporarily blocked NIH funding cuts to medical research institutions.
Francis Collins Retires From N.I.H., Saying Colleagues Deserve the Utmost Respect'Dr. Francis S. Collins retired from the NIH, reflecting on his career and expressing concerns about bipartisan support for biomedical research.
US universities curtail PhD admissions amid Trump science funding cutsPhD admissions are being cut or paused at some US universities due to uncertainty over federal funding.Young scientists are facing confusion and delays in their graduate studies.
Trump Cuts Target Next Generation of Scientists and Public Health LeadersThe recent cuts to the NIH and CDC jeopardize public health efforts, especially following the pandemic.
Nominee to run NIH faces Senate scrutinyDr. Jay Bhattacharya aims to foster a culture of scientific dissent and free speech at the NIH amid critiques of its recent leadership.
Trump's Pick to Lead NIH Will Leave People SickerBhattacharya's perspective signals a shift in public health priorities towards personal autonomy and a critique of current NIH roles.
Federal funding for mRNA vaccine research in jeopardy under RFK Jr.Kennedy's influential stance against vaccines jeopardizes research funding and promotes baseless fears regarding vaccine safety.
NIH nominee won't commit to ending indirect costs rate cutDr. Jay Bhattacharya's Senate confirmation hearing highlights financial uncertainty due to NIH's controversial indirect cost cap on research.
From 'fringe' to ... boss, Dem allies' slimy war on 'No Labels' and other commentaryJay Bhattacharya's nomination by Trump represents a shift towards greater academic freedom and a challenge to the public health establishment's orthodoxies.
Trump Cuts Target Next Generation of Scientists and Public Health LeadersThe recent cuts to the NIH and CDC jeopardize public health efforts, especially following the pandemic.
Nominee to run NIH faces Senate scrutinyDr. Jay Bhattacharya aims to foster a culture of scientific dissent and free speech at the NIH amid critiques of its recent leadership.
Trump's Pick to Lead NIH Will Leave People SickerBhattacharya's perspective signals a shift in public health priorities towards personal autonomy and a critique of current NIH roles.
Federal funding for mRNA vaccine research in jeopardy under RFK Jr.Kennedy's influential stance against vaccines jeopardizes research funding and promotes baseless fears regarding vaccine safety.
NIH nominee won't commit to ending indirect costs rate cutDr. Jay Bhattacharya's Senate confirmation hearing highlights financial uncertainty due to NIH's controversial indirect cost cap on research.
From 'fringe' to ... boss, Dem allies' slimy war on 'No Labels' and other commentaryJay Bhattacharya's nomination by Trump represents a shift towards greater academic freedom and a challenge to the public health establishment's orthodoxies.
NIH faces pivotal hearing amid layoffs, grant freezeNIH's move to cut $4 billion in indirect research costs could have devastating impacts on university research projects and medical advancements.
Exclusive: NIH to terminate hundreds of active research grantsNIH is terminating research grants due to perceived political agenda, affecting critical studies on gender, diversity, and climate change.
Federal judge blocks NIH rate cut nationwide, againFederal judge blocks NIH from capping indirect research cost reimbursements, protecting vital funding for universities and research institutions.
Judge extends block on controversial NIH cutsA federal judge has temporarily blocked NIH's plan to reduce funding for indirect research costs amid ongoing legal disputes.
National Institutes of Health radically cuts support to universitiesNIH's new indirect cost policy disrupts funding for research, dropping rates from around 30% to 15%, threatening institutional budgets.
Northwestern Receives $55 Million to Advance Health Research - News CenterNUCATS Institute received $55 million NIH funding to enhance healthcare interventions through collaborative clinical and translational research.
NIH faces pivotal hearing amid layoffs, grant freezeNIH's move to cut $4 billion in indirect research costs could have devastating impacts on university research projects and medical advancements.
Exclusive: NIH to terminate hundreds of active research grantsNIH is terminating research grants due to perceived political agenda, affecting critical studies on gender, diversity, and climate change.
Federal judge blocks NIH rate cut nationwide, againFederal judge blocks NIH from capping indirect research cost reimbursements, protecting vital funding for universities and research institutions.
Judge extends block on controversial NIH cutsA federal judge has temporarily blocked NIH's plan to reduce funding for indirect research costs amid ongoing legal disputes.
National Institutes of Health radically cuts support to universitiesNIH's new indirect cost policy disrupts funding for research, dropping rates from around 30% to 15%, threatening institutional budgets.
Northwestern Receives $55 Million to Advance Health Research - News CenterNUCATS Institute received $55 million NIH funding to enhance healthcare interventions through collaborative clinical and translational research.
Trump's NIH pick makes pitch for good science in this administration?Jay Bhattacharya emphasizes the need for free scientific inquiry as he seeks to lead NIH amidst political controversies.
Hiring freezes, fewer grad students: Funding uncertainty hits collegesFederal funding cuts pose significant threats to higher education and scientific research sustainability.
Why the NIH cuts are so wrong (opinion)Indirect cost recovery is vital for public research universities and recent NIH cuts threaten research funding and innovation.
Hiring freezes, fewer grad students: Funding uncertainty hits collegesFederal funding cuts pose significant threats to higher education and scientific research sustainability.
Why the NIH cuts are so wrong (opinion)Indirect cost recovery is vital for public research universities and recent NIH cuts threaten research funding and innovation.
Legendary former NIH director retires from embattled agencyDr. Francis Collins has retired after 32 years at NIH, marking the end of a significant era in biomedical research.
Hiring Freezes Magnify the Cons of Grant-Funded PositionsThe NIH and VA's hiring freeze threatens grant-funded biomedical research and exacerbates instability for researchers reliant on external funding.
Scientific breakthroughs are hard without money for research infrastructureUS biomedical research funding is at risk due to proposed cuts in federal grants, threatening its global leadership.
NIH funding freeze stalls applications on $1.5 billion in medical research fundsNIH halted new grant applications, causing delays in funding research for various diseases due to a freeze on Federal Register notices.
Legendary former NIH director retires from embattled agencyDr. Francis Collins has retired after 32 years at NIH, marking the end of a significant era in biomedical research.
Hiring Freezes Magnify the Cons of Grant-Funded PositionsThe NIH and VA's hiring freeze threatens grant-funded biomedical research and exacerbates instability for researchers reliant on external funding.
Scientific breakthroughs are hard without money for research infrastructureUS biomedical research funding is at risk due to proposed cuts in federal grants, threatening its global leadership.
NIH funding freeze stalls applications on $1.5 billion in medical research fundsNIH halted new grant applications, causing delays in funding research for various diseases due to a freeze on Federal Register notices.
Stanford University freezes hiring amid potential federal funding cutsStanford University has imposed a hiring freeze due to financial concerns related to pending federal funding cuts.
Why the Government Historically Has, and Still Should, Pay For University Research CostsNIH's new guidance on indirect costs will significantly impact scientific research funding in the U.S.
The NIH Memo That Undercut Universities Came Directly From Trump OfficialsThe NIH received an unexpected memo capping indirect costs for grants, severely limiting funding for research and causing widespread confusion.
NIH announces new funding policy that rattles medical researchersNIH limits indirect funding for research grants to 15%, impacting institutions relying on higher rates for essential overhead.
Why the Government Historically Has, and Still Should, Pay For University Research CostsNIH's new guidance on indirect costs will significantly impact scientific research funding in the U.S.
The NIH Memo That Undercut Universities Came Directly From Trump OfficialsThe NIH received an unexpected memo capping indirect costs for grants, severely limiting funding for research and causing widespread confusion.
NIH announces new funding policy that rattles medical researchersNIH limits indirect funding for research grants to 15%, impacting institutions relying on higher rates for essential overhead.
Trump and Musk Cut into National Institutes of Health and Alzheimer's ResearchThe recent layoffs at NIH's Alzheimer's center threaten critical progress in Alzheimer's research.
NIH funding uncertainty spurs new biotech venture fund | TechCrunchThe Trump administration's funding restrictions could limit grants to biotech startups, prompting the launch of a new pre-seed venture fund.
Health agencies lose staff in key areas as Trump firings set inThe Trump administration's layoffs affected hundreds of CDC, NIH, and FDA employees, raising concerns about future staffing and health oversight.
Deep Cuts to Medical Research Funds Could Hobble University BudgetsN.I.H. caps indirect funding for medical research at 15%, posing challenges for universities reliant on a larger budget.
Opinion: The heart of scientific progress beats for all of usInvestment in medical research has dramatically improved heart disease treatment since the 1940s and 1950s, enhancing the lives of many.
Deep Cuts to Medical Research Funds Could Hobble University BudgetsN.I.H. caps indirect funding for medical research at 15%, posing challenges for universities reliant on a larger budget.
Opinion: The heart of scientific progress beats for all of usInvestment in medical research has dramatically improved heart disease treatment since the 1940s and 1950s, enhancing the lives of many.
Reject the Biden Administration's Eleventh-Hour Patent Power GrabNIH's new licensing guidelines may deter private-sector investment in drug commercialization, undermining potential health advancements.
The Biden Administration Rolls the Dice on NIH Patent LicensingNew federal guidelines for licensing NIH inventions could hinder commercialization efforts, risking unused innovations.The guidelines introduce substantial new requirements for licensees, possibly deterring interest.
Reject the Biden Administration's Eleventh-Hour Patent Power GrabNIH's new licensing guidelines may deter private-sector investment in drug commercialization, undermining potential health advancements.
The Biden Administration Rolls the Dice on NIH Patent LicensingNew federal guidelines for licensing NIH inventions could hinder commercialization efforts, risking unused innovations.The guidelines introduce substantial new requirements for licensees, possibly deterring interest.
Daily briefing: What went wrong at 23andMeThe US health-research community is facing unprecedented funding freezes due to the Trump administration's abrupt cancellation of NIH grant reviews.
COVID: BioNTech to pay $1.2 billion over vaccine royalties DW 12/28/2024BioNTech will pay $791.5 million to NIH and $467 million to the University of Pennsylvania regarding COVID-19 vaccine royalty settlements.
Biden commutes 37 federal death row sentences. And, a push to understand long COVIDBiden commuted sentences of 37 death row inmates, a landmark decision against capital punishment in recent history.
Intelligence CIO moves to helm IT at the National Institutes of HealthAdele Merritt is now the CIO of NIH, bringing extensive cybersecurity and IT management experience from her previous role in the Intelligence Community.
Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities (December)Learn about training opportunities at the National Institute of Mental Health during a virtual session on December 3, 2024.
Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities (August)The NIMH is hosting a virtual info session about training opportunities in the Intramural Research Program.
Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities (December)Learn about training opportunities at the National Institute of Mental Health during a virtual session on December 3, 2024.
Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities (August)The NIMH is hosting a virtual info session about training opportunities in the Intramural Research Program.
You Can Clap All You Want': House Democrat Spars With Marjorie Taylor Greene Over RFK Jr. Gutting Health AgencyThe potential nomination of RFK Jr. to lead the NIH raises critical concerns about his history of vaccine misinformation and lack of medical credentials.
New discovery on how mutant RAS drives tumorsMutant RAS genes contribute to tumor growth through mechanisms in the nucleus, not just cell surface signaling.
Frail chimps headed from New Mexico to Louisiana sanctuaryThe NIH has decided to relocate research chimps to Chimp Haven due to impending staff shortages affecting care quality.
Last N.I.H. Chimps to Move Out of New Mexico FacilityThe NIH has decided to transfer 23 retired chimpanzees to a sanctuary in Louisiana due to potential staffing shortages at their current facility.
Frail chimps headed from New Mexico to Louisiana sanctuaryThe NIH has decided to relocate research chimps to Chimp Haven due to impending staff shortages affecting care quality.
Last N.I.H. Chimps to Move Out of New Mexico FacilityThe NIH has decided to transfer 23 retired chimpanzees to a sanctuary in Louisiana due to potential staffing shortages at their current facility.
Researchers Fully Map Neural Connections of the Fruit Fly BrainThe complete map of the fruit fly brain offers vital insights into neural organization, connectedness, and the fundamental underpinnings of behavior.
NIH halts study into Havana Syndrome over 'coercion'NIH halted the Havana Syndrome study due to ethical violations concerning participant coercion.
Getting to the NIH Clinical CenterPlan ahead for security and parking when visiting the NIH Clinical Center by allowing 45 to 60 minutes for arrival.