The Trump administration recently made a controversial decision that has left many researchers and advocates for LGBTQ+ health in a state of uncertainty. They decided to cancel at least 68 grants focused on the health of gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals. These grants, which were awarded to 46 different institutions, totaled nearly $40 million. The administra...
The academic world is in turmoil. Columbia University is at the center of a storm. Federal grants, which are crucial for research, are being pulled. The reason? Allegations of antisemitism. This is not an isolated incident. Other universities are also facing similar threats. The situation is complex and raises important questions. First, let's talk about the grants....
Johns Hopkins University, a major player in scientific research, recently announced a significant reduction in its workforce. This move is a direct result of steep cuts to federal funding, particularly in international aid programs. The university plans to let go of more than 2, 000 employees both domestically and internationally. The layoffs will affect 247 workers ...
Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center are facing a tough situation. The federal government has decided to cut $400 million in funding. This move has led to the cancellation of 232 research grants. These grants were a big part of the center's research work. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is behind this decision. They sent a list of the term...
Taxpayers might be surprised to learn that a big chunk of the money given to universities for medical research doesn't actually go to finding cures. Instead, it covers what are called "indirect costs. " These costs are so vague that they can pay for things like professor salaries, office parties, and even diversity offices. This isn't a new issue. It's been going on ...
A federal judge recently stepped in to pause significant cuts to medical research funding. These cuts, proposed by the administration, aimed to slash hundreds of millions from research groups. The money in question covers a wide range of expenses, from clinical trials to basic lab research. This move has sparked concern among scientists, who worry about the potential...
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is gradually returning to its regular operations. The Center for Scientific Review has resumed reviewing grants, which is crucial because it oversees many academic research grants, fellowships, and small business grants. However, there's a hiccup: the advisory council meetings, which greenlight the final funding decisions, are ...
Imagine a world where groundbreaking medical discoveries are no longer happening in the U. S. This is a real possibility if the National Institutes of Health (NIH) goes ahead with its plan to slash funding for research infrastructure. This funding is crucial for universities and research institutions to conduct their work. Without it, the U. S. could lose its edge...
Imagine this. You are a researcher at a top university. You rely on federal funding for your work. Suddenly, the federal government slashes the money used for basic operations. That is exactly what happened recently. The National Institutes of Health announced a sudden cut to indirect costs. Indirect costs are things like admin, facilities, and other expenses. They ...
Researchers and scientists were left in the dark when key research meetings were suddenly canceled. This happened after the Trump administration ordered a communication pause. The halt affected meetings that decide which studies get funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Most importantly, it affected gatherings focused on cancer research, which had been o...