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fromArs Technica
9 hours ago

New executive order puts all grants under political control

Executive order asserts political control over federal grant funding, requiring political appointee approval for research and granting oversight.
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5 days ago
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Claude Canizares, NASA astrophysicist: If scientists can't speak the truth, society really isn't in a very good place'

Budget cuts proposed by Trump could severely harm NASA and other scientific organizations, jeopardizing research and astronaut safety.
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fromAxios
4 months ago

NASA cuts Office of Chief Scientist, diversity roles

NASA is undergoing a phased reduction in force affecting science programs, especially in Earth science related to climate change.
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fromAxios
4 months ago

NASA cuts Office of Chief Scientist, diversity roles

NASA is undergoing a phased reduction in force affecting science programs, especially in Earth science related to climate change.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Federal Science Workers Say Agencies Are Going in the Wrong Direction'

The federal government is filled with scientists who contribute to decisions regarding food, medicines, environment, health care, and more. However, as President Trump's second term began, many scientists noticed a shift towards an antiscience approach.
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fromNature
2 weeks ago

How I'm advocating in Congress for the next generation of US scientists

A science and technology policy fellowship enables scientists to influence national policymaking in areas like research and STEM education.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Trump's 'Gold Standard' for Science Manufactures Doubt

The executive order promises to ensure that "federal decisions are informed by the most credible, reliable, and impartial scientific evidence available." In practice, however, it gives political appointees authority to define scientific integrity and decide which evidence counts and how it should be interpreted.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Royal Society suggested to Elon Musk he consider resigning science fellowship

Elon Musk was urged to resign from the Royal Society if he could not combat the Trump administration's detrimental impact on scientific research.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Trump's climate science cuts: will they have global impact? DW 05/06/2025

The Trump administration dismissed nearly 400 scientists from the National Climate Assessment, jeopardizing critical climate research.
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fromNature
3 months ago

Trump gutted two landmark environmental reports - can researchers save them?

The Trump administration dismissed key scientists from the National Climate Assessment, prompting researchers to consider independent publication of vital climate reports.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

White House dismisses authors of major climate report

The dismissal of National Climate Assessment scientists jeopardizes crucial climate information availability.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Trump's climate science cuts: will they have global impact? DW 05/06/2025

The Trump administration dismissed nearly 400 scientists from the National Climate Assessment, jeopardizing critical climate research.
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fromNature
3 months ago

Trump gutted two landmark environmental reports - can researchers save them?

The Trump administration dismissed key scientists from the National Climate Assessment, prompting researchers to consider independent publication of vital climate reports.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

White House dismisses authors of major climate report

The dismissal of National Climate Assessment scientists jeopardizes crucial climate information availability.
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fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Harvard's $2.6b of grants canceled by the government

The cancellation of over 900 federal grants threatens the existing model of government-funded research in the U.S.
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fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Why Trump's push for 'gold-standard science' has researchers alarmed

The Trump administration's 'gold-standard science' initiative is seen as undermining scientific integrity by infusing politics into research.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump's new gold standard' rule will destroy American science as we know it | Colette Delawalla

This order promises a commitment to federally funded research that is transparent, rigorous, and impactful, but risks undermining scientific independence by politicizing research evaluation.
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fromCornell Chronicle
5 months ago

Roundtable to consider 'Science Under Siege' | Cornell Chronicle

Discussion on challenges to research funding and support due to political changes.
Event fosters interdisciplinary dialogue among science and humanities scholars.
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fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Trump's 2026 budget proposal: Crippling cuts for science across the board

The Trump administration's 2026 budget proposes significant cuts to research funding, framing this as a necessity rather than a negative impact.
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fromBig Think
3 months ago

This 1938 pro-science manifesto defended democracy against fascism

The second Trump administration has initiated widespread firings of federal employees, targeting crucial scientific and health agencies.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump's Harvard funding cuts don't put 'America first,' says Massachusetts governor

Federal funding cuts by the Trump administration threaten scientific research and U.S. economic competitiveness.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says Trump has launched an 'attack on science'

Trump's research funding cuts threaten U.S. competitiveness against China, warns former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says Trump has launched an 'attack on science'

Trump's research funding cuts threaten U.S. competitiveness against China, warns former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Seth Rogen attack on Trump edited out of science awards show coverage

Seth Rogen's criticism of Trump's science policies was edited out of the Breakthrough prize ceremony coverage, highlighting concerns over censorship.
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fromNature
5 months ago

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.
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fromwww.nature.com
3 months ago

How Trump is Slashing Health Research, in 4 Charts

The NIH has abruptly terminated nearly 800 research projects, drastically impacting scientific fields and funding due to new administrative priorities.
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fromNature
5 months ago

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.
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fromWashington Post
5 months ago

Hiring freezes, fewer grad students: Funding uncertainty hits colleges

Federal funding cuts pose significant threats to higher education and scientific research sustainability.
fromFuturism
5 months ago

Now That Trump Has Banished the Woke From Science, These Truth-Telling New Scientific Papers Reveal What COVID Vaccines Actually Do to Children

Our findings suggest that children should stay up to date with current COVID-19 vaccination recommendations as vaccination not only protects against severe COVID-19 illness but also protects against long COVID.
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fromNature
5 months ago

My experience of speaking at a conference with a baby

Balancing parenting with professional responsibilities can lead to unexpected opportunities
Parental leave can be a chance to reflect on one's career and share insights with others
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fromNature
5 months ago

Trump 2.0: an assault on science anywhere is an assault on science everywhere

Trump's administration has initiated a significant rollback of research funding and autonomy, threatening the future of US science.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

National Science Foundation freezes grant review in response to Trump executive orders

NSF cancels grant review panels to align with new executive orders, causing delays in research funding and increased uncertainty for scientists.
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