Trump’s Science Policy: A Stormy Forecast for Research

The Trump administration’s changes to the federal government have sent shockwaves through the research community in the United States and beyond. The team at Nature has been covering the impact of these changes on science, from cuts to NIH grants to the removal of gender-related terms from scientific papers. As the situation continues to unfold, researchers and institutions are bracing for the long-term effects of these policies.

Forecast for 6 months: Expect further disruptions to research funding and a continued backlash from the scientific community. The Trump administration’s policies may lead to a brain drain as top researchers and scientists consider leaving the country or abandoning their research altogether.
Forecast for 1 year: The impact of the Trump administration’s policies on research will become more apparent, with potential long-term consequences for the scientific community. Expect increased scrutiny of research grants and a growing divide between the scientific community and the administration.
Forecast for 5 years: The Trump administration’s policies will have a lasting impact on the research landscape, potentially leading to a decline in the quality and quantity of research in the United States. The scientific community may need to adapt to a new normal, with increased emphasis on private funding and international collaboration.
Forecast for 10 years: The legacy of the Trump administration’s policies on research will be felt for decades to come. The scientific community may need to rebuild and recover from the damage caused by the administration’s actions, potentially leading to a renewed focus on science policy and advocacy.

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