Survey of US postdocs finds threefold increase in job losses
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Maryrose Weatherton's NSF grant was terminated as it focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, which no longer aligned with the federal government's funding priorities under the Trump administration. She attempted to seek assistance from her state representatives but found no resolution. A survey by the National Postdoctoral Association indicated a significant increase in federal funding cuts among postdoctoral researchers, showing that 52% had experienced such cuts, marking a rise that highlights the risk to an entire generation of future scientific leaders.
Maryrose Weatherton's NSF grant was terminated due to the project's focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting a broader trend under the Trump administration's funding priorities.
A survey by the National Postdoctoral Association revealed that 52% of respondents reported federal funding cuts, marking a 40% increase in just a few months under the Trump administration.
The increase in funding cuts and job losses among postdoctoral researchers could result in losing a generation of leaders in science and research.
Maryrose Weatherton felt helpless after her NSF grant termination, highlighting the emotional impact of policy changes on funding for diversity in STEM.
Read at Nature
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