NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

May 15 2025SCIENCE

The Future of American Science: A Crossroads

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has been a cornerstone of scientific advancement in the United States. The NSF has funded groundbreaking research that has shaped modern technology. From touch-screen devices to advanced weather forecasting, the NSF's investments have improved daily life and enhanced safety. The NSF has also supported research that has captiva...

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Science in Crisis: The National Science Foundation's Sudden Shifts

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is facing a storm. The government agency, which is a big supporter of basic science, math, and engineering, especially in colleges and universities, is under fire. The latest blow came from the White House, which proposed a budget cut of $4. 7 billion. This is more than half of the NSF's $9 billion budget. This news came on the s...

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Big Changes Brewing at National Science Foundation

Federal agency directors are about to get a sneak peek at President Trump's budget plans for the upcoming fiscal year. It is expected to be a big change. This is a routine process that happens every year. Congress will eventually take this budget and turn it into a law. This will be Trump's first budget during his second term. It will show what the new administratio...

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