US government withdraws support for research that mentions 'climate'
The Trump administration is withdrawing support for scientific research mentioning "climate," prompting concerns over political influence, public health risks, and potential discouragement of future scientists due to funding freezes.
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The Trump administration is withdrawing support for scientific research that includes references to "climate," impacting both domestic and international studies. This move is part of a broader effort to reshape environmental regulations and clean-energy initiatives, with Trump previously labeling climate change a "giant hoax." Academics report that grants have been rescinded unless they remove the term "climate" from their titles, leading to concerns about political influence on scientific integrity. The National Disaster Preparedness Training Center at the University of Hawaii has been instructed to eliminate mentions of climate change from course materials, while similar alterations have been made to the Fulbright exchange program, affecting grants worldwide. The National Science Foundation is also reviewing projects for compliance with new directives, resulting in a freeze on numerous grants. Critics argue that these actions jeopardize public health and safety, hinder scientific progress, and may discourage future generations from pursuing careers in science. The administration's approach is seen as prioritizing the interests of the oil and gas industry over scientific advancement, raising alarms about the potential long-term consequences for research and policy-making in the United States.
- The Trump administration is cutting funding for research that mentions "climate."
- Academics are altering grant titles to avoid losing funding.
- Significant changes are being made to educational materials and international grant programs.
- Critics warn that these actions threaten public health and scientific integrity.
- The freeze on grants may deter future scientists from entering the field.
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