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HIV, Trans Health, and Covid Research Targeted by Trump Cuts to NIH

Last updated: April 12, 2025 6:35 am
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The termination of nearly 800 research projects by the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. These abrupt cuts, initiated by the administration of US President Donald Trump, have wiped out significant chunks of funding to entire scientific fields, causing distress among researchers and institutions alike.

According to a recent analysis by Nature, the terminated projects cover a wide range of topics, including COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, and misinformation. Scientists who were previously funded by the NIH have been forced to halt their work, leading to layoffs and laboratory closures. The total amount of funding clawed back by these cuts exceeds $2.3 billion, leaving many researchers in limbo.

Francis Collins, a geneticist who led the NIH for 12 years, expressed concern over the impact of these terminations on the pursuit of medical research. The cancellations, despite high scores during review, have disrupted the agency’s long-standing commitment to improving the healthspan and lifespan of all Americans.

The cuts have disproportionately affected research related to the health of transgender people and the broader LGBT+ community. Fields focusing on these topics have seen a significant reduction in funding, denying crucial answers to questions about the health of marginalized populations.

The NIH institutes that fund research in these areas, such as the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, have been hit the hardest by the cuts. Directors of these institutes have been placed on administrative leave, adding to the turmoil within the organization.

Geographically, the impact of the grant terminations is felt across both red and blue states. States like Washington and North Carolina have been particularly hard hit, regardless of their political leanings. Even prestigious research institutions like Columbia University have not been spared, with the administration targeting specific grants for cancellation.

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The uncertainty created by these cuts, combined with a growing hostility towards higher education institutions, has led to a chilling effect within the scientific community. Many researchers are considering leaving the United States in response to the upheaval caused by the grant terminations.

Legal challenges have been mounted against the NIH in an attempt to overturn the cancellations and prevent further damage to research efforts. However, the future of these projects remains uncertain as the lawsuits progress through the legal system.

Overall, the termination of these research projects has dealt a severe blow to the scientific community, raising concerns about the future of biomedical research in the United States. It is essential to address these challenges and support the vital work being done by researchers to advance knowledge and improve public health.

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