The article discusses the precarious state of America's research universities, marking their significant anniversary alongside the National Science Foundation. It highlights fears about the institutions' viability amid the Trump administration's funding cuts, particularly affecting grants and budgets for key organizations like NSF and NIH. The author emphasizes the historical success of university-government partnerships in fostering innovation and national defense, with a significant financial investment in research. The reliance on long-term funding is underscored by the development of mRNA vaccines, showcasing the critical role of research universities in addressing public health crises and advancing knowledge.
The cancellation of grants and freezing of research support in the Trump administration have made my worst fears real about the future of research universities.
The mRNA vaccines that ended the COVID-19 pandemic relied on decades of research supported by the National Institutes of Health.
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