The Unmaking of the American University
For decades, research universities have relied on federal funding, with no guarantee that it will last. Now their survival may depend on compliance with the government.
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The Growing Number of US Scientists Moving to Spain: 'My Colleagues Are Having a Very Hard Time'
U.S. Government has lost more than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s since Trump took Office
U.S. Government has lost more than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s since Trump took Office
A Science analysis reveals how many were fired, retired, or quit across 14 agencies.
US Withdrawal from Major Environmental International Organisations Weakens Its Credibility
US Withdrawal from Major Environmental International Organisations Weakens Its Credibility
On 4 January 2026, the US announced it will leave dozens of international organisations, many of which exist to protect the climate and environment. Theresa Jedd warns that this America-first policy of international environmental isolationism is disappointing for the world, and could harm the people it claims to protect
Which of Donald Trump’s changes are likely to last—and which will fade?
States pioneer a new frontier in US science funding
According to data from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the share of US basic and applied research funded by the federal government dropped from nearly 48% in 2009 to just over 34% in 2023. As that decline is likely to continue, some state governments are responding by boosting their research spending.
USDA Researchers Instructed to Investigate Foreign Colleagues
A Trump administration policy asks agency scientists to Google their co-authors and report foreign collaborations.
Do Americans Think the Country Is Losing or Gaining Ground in Science?
Republicans and Democrats agree that it's important the U.S. is a world leader in science, but sharply diverge on how the U.S. is faring.
The Future Is Not Written. It Is Ours to Create.
After one year of President Trump's second term, let's challenge ourselves to imagine and bring to life a much, much better future.
Europe built a global research system. It can help the US, too
After a year of Trump, a former US diplomat suggests what the EU can do to bring American science back from the brink
The State of the Science 1 Year On: Academia and Research
The past year was a shock to the U.S. higher education system. The coming year may see even more jolts.
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Science, but Some Think the U.S. Is Lagging Behind
Appeals court agrees that NIH cannot reduce overhead payments to academic institutions
Appeals court agrees that NIH cannot reduce overhead payments to academic institutions
In another legal win for U.S. universities, a panel of appellate judges yesterday upheld a lower court ruling blocking the National Institutes of Health from sharply reducing the funding it gives institutions.
US is 'demolishing Its Scientific Leadership with a Wrecking Ball,' Says Chief EU Research Diplomat
US is 'demolishing Its Scientific Leadership with a Wrecking Ball,' Says Chief EU Research Diplomat
The EU must respond by strengthening scientific links with “like-minded” countries, Signe Ratso says
New US Plan for 'AI in Science' Could Change How Research is Done, for Better or Worse
New US Plan for 'AI in Science' Could Change How Research is Done, for Better or Worse
A new Trump administration plan to expand the use of artificial intelligence in US science could boost research productivity. But, it also highlights a need for more global cooperation in AI development.
Trump Immigration Policies Threaten U.S. Innovation Leadership
A new report from the Center for American Progress warns that Trump administration policies targeting legal immigration are undermining America's position as the world's leading innovation hub, particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.
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