science policy

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the world to a standstill, but for hundreds of infectious disease specialists, the crisis is personal. These medical experts have dedicated their careers to combating outbreaks and saving lives, only to find themselves casualties of the Trump administration's recent purge of government scientists. Among those...

The Trump administration has dealt a severe blow to the scientific community in the United States, slashing funding for research and eliminating thousands of jobs. The past year has been particularly devastating, with the consequences of these actions being felt across various fields of study. According to scientists and experts,...

Are you a scientist whose research has been abruptly halted or curtailed due to policy changes introduced by the Trump administration? The New York Times wants to hear from you. As part of a new series, our journalists are reaching out to researchers whose work has been impacted by these...