#research-funding
#research-funding

Data science

India is booming - but there are worries ahead for basic science

Funding for research in India has not increased in line with GDP growth, posing a challenge for scientists.

India's government plays a significant role in funding research compared to other countries like the United States. [ more ]

Nature

Data science

Brazil budget cuts could leave science labs without power and water

Politicians in Brazil are still debating budget allocation for research institutes and universities, risking essential financial support for basic needs.

The administration is advocating for reversing congressional cuts to prioritize funding for research and education, particularly in the Amazon region. [ more ]

RealAgriculture.com

3 days ago

Canada news

Over $5.7 million announced for crop science research cluster

Promoting diverse crop rotations for resilience and profitability in Canadian agriculture. [ more ]

Nature

4 weeks ago

Canada news

Canadian science gets biggest boost to PhD and postdoc pay in 20 years

Government budget allocates more funds for research and significant increases in postgraduate stipends. [ more ]

Engadget

2 weeks ago

Business

Huawei has been secretly funding research in America after being blacklisted

Huawei funded US research through Optica Foundation, raising national security concerns. [ more ]

Nature

3 weeks ago

OMG science

Daily briefing: Gaze upon the most detailed Moon maps ever made

A decade to compile the Geologic Atlas of the Moon by Chinese Academy of Sciences. [ more ]

Nature

OMG science

Daily briefing: Weird new electron behaviour thrills physicists

Electrons can exhibit fractional charges without external magnetic fields, potential for quantum computing.

Japanese tits display symbolic gesture to communicate with their mate, revealing understanding of symbolism in birds. [ more ]

Truthout

3 months ago

OMG science

Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954

The fossil fuel industry funded research on climate science as far back as the 1950s.

The research funded by the industry led to the development of the Keeling Curve, which is foundational to scientists' understanding of the climate crisis. [ more ]

Mail Online

4 weeks ago

Mental health

Instagram has no negative effect on mental health in adults

No significant link between Instagram use and anxiety, despite previous studies suggesting harm. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

MPs call for research on forgotten' form of breast cancer

A third of MPs support a campaign to raise 20m for lobular breast cancer research.

Invasive lobular breast cancer lacks specific treatments and is underresearched compared to ductal breast cancer. [ more ]

Harvard Gazette

Despite their prevalence, arthritis, neck, and back pain receive few research dollars - Harvard Gazette

Musculoskeletal diseases are a leading cause of disability and healthcare spending in the U.S.

Federal funding for musculoskeletal diseases is significantly lower than the disease burden suggests. [ more ]

www.npr.org

3 months ago

Advocates push for greater investment in long COVID research at Senate hearing

Long COVID remains a mystery to scientists.

Medical experts are calling for more research funding. [ more ]

theconversation.com

4 months ago

When Choosing What Diseases to Develop Drugs For, It All Comes Down to Funding

Funding drives research decisions

The Orphan Drug Act incentivized drug development for rare diseases [ more ]

www.thisislocallondon.co.uk

6 months ago

Young Reporter- One every three minutes Leila Sabry, Townley Grammar

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of death and underfunded in research.

Donations and fundraising events are crucial for funding research on cardiovascular diseases.

The British Heart Foundation relies on public support to make a significant impact in reducing lives lost to cardiovascular disease. [ more ]

Nature

Women in technology

'There is no cookie cutter female scientist'

Female scientists in Latin America face challenges like lack of funding and political instability.

Female scientists in the region are forming alliances to support each other in their careers. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Medicine

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin makes largest philanthropic gift in Florida. Where's it going?

Ken Griffin donated $50 million for cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The donation will help Sylvester double its research capabilities and develop new cancer therapies. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

5 months ago

Medicine

Science and money are behind which diseases get prioritized for drug development

Research funding plays a significant role in determining which diseases receive drug development focus.

The Orphan Drug Act has increased funding and development of drugs for rare diseases. [ more ]

Nature