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Science funding agency threatened with mass layoffs


Published on 2025-04-16 15:02:07 - Politico
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  • Cutting the $10 billion grantmaking agency in half would "gut the intellectual center of U.S. leadership in science and technology," the official said. It's unclear how the threatened ...

The article from Politico, dated February 4, 2025, discusses the potential layoffs at a major U.S. science funding agency due to budget constraints. The agency, facing a significant reduction in federal funding, is considering cutting up to 10% of its workforce, which could impact ongoing research projects and the broader scientific community. The proposed layoffs have sparked concerns among scientists and policymakers about the future of scientific research in the country, with some advocating for increased government investment in science to prevent such measures. The situation underscores the ongoing debate about federal funding priorities and the role of government in supporting scientific endeavors.

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