President’s call to ‘Make America Healthy Again’ has led to slashes in NIH funding – endangering jobs and vital research

Summary

Trump’s proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) threaten U.S. biomedical research, forcing many scientists to consider leaving the country.

A 7 February policy would slash NIH funding by two-thirds, though a federal judge has temporarily blocked it.

Researchers relying on these grants fear for their jobs, with some already exploring options abroad.

The cuts particularly impact neuroscience, diabetes, and bird flu research, while also dismantling DEI initiatives.

Many scientists warn of long-term consequences for innovation and global health collaboration.

  • VitoRobles@lemmy.todayEnglish
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    2 days ago

    I have friends who are in scientific research and 100% of them from multiple institutions are affected by Trump. Every single one.

    One is out of a job in early Jan. The others over the next 3 months. It’s really bad.

    • Wigners_friend@lemm.eeEnglish
      3·
      2 days ago

      I would say I’m sorry, but the part of the world I am from has been experiencing austerity, imposed by the USA (or the minions thereof).