The article discusses the substantial cuts to federal scientific research grants since the Trump administration took office, which have affected numerous research areas including LGBTQ+ health, COVID-19 studies, and climate science. Reasons cited for the cancellations often relate to the new administration’s priorities or punitive actions against certain institutions. Notably, several universities have faced funding penalties linked to sociopolitical issues. The article includes anecdotes from affected researchers, emphasizing the broader consequences of these funding cuts on science and public health initiatives.
Since the start of the Trump administration, billions in federal scientific research grants have been rescinded or suspended due to new policy priorities, impacting diverse research areas.
Cancellations affected LGBTQ+ health, diversity and inclusion studies, COVID-19 research, and climate science, reflecting a shift from previous administrations’ research support.
Major institutions, including Columbia and Princeton, faced punitive measures tied to sociopolitical controversies, leading to significant disruptions in scientific research funding.
Researchers across various fields have shared stories highlighting the detrimental impacts of grant terminations, which have impeded important studies and initiatives nationwide.
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