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Under Trump, National Science Foundation Cuts Off All Funding to Scientists

Last updated: May 2, 2025 2:05 pm
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The National Science Foundation (NSF) has recently announced a halt in funding, leaving staff members in turmoil. This decision comes shortly after the introduction of a new policy that requires all grants to be screened for alignment with agency priorities. The freeze on funding has left researchers in limbo, with no new grants being awarded and existing grants not receiving their allotted funds.

The NSF, known as one of the world’s biggest supporters of basic research, is facing uncertainty and backlash from staff members. The new policy has been described as “Orwellian overreach” by some, with concerns that it is undermining the merit review process that has been in place for decades. As a result, some program officers are resigning in protest of the policy. Despite multiple requests for comment, the NSF has declined to provide any explanation for the sudden freeze in funding.

The NSF is already in crisis, having terminated over 1,040 grants totaling $739 million in the past two weeks. The agency’s director, Sethuraman Panchanathan, resigned last month, adding to the turmoil within the organization. Scientists outside the agency are also feeling the impact of the funding freeze. Projects like Colin Carlson’s initiative to predict pandemic threats are at risk of losing funding, potentially leading to the destruction of research labs and the disruption of vital scientific work.

The funding shortfall at the NSF has raised concerns about the agency’s future budget. With only a quarter of the funding appropriated by Congress for the current fiscal year received so far, the NSF is facing the possibility of significant budget cuts in the coming years. President Donald Trump’s proposed budget for 2026 includes a 55% reduction in funding for the NSF, which could have far-reaching effects on the economy. Research suggests that a 50% reduction in federal science funding could reduce the US gross domestic product by approximately 7.6%, highlighting the importance of continued investment in scientific research.

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As NSF staff brace for more grant terminations, the future of scientific research in the US hangs in the balance. The impact of the funding freeze on researchers, institutions, and the broader scientific community remains to be seen. This article was originally published on May 1, 2025, and serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the scientific community in the current climate of uncertainty and budget cuts.

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