Why US Health Funding Cuts Are Rattling Swiss Science
The Trump administration has upended funding by the National Institutes of Health. What does it mean for biomedical research in Switzerland?
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Leaked Horizon Plans Set Priorities for Biodiversity, Food and Environment Calls
Leaked Horizon Plans Set Priorities for Biodiversity, Food and Environment Calls
Draft 2026-27 work programme maintains focus on topics ranging from biodiversity to resilient farming.
20,000 Scientists Publish at Unrealistic Rates
Analysis finds ‘implausibly high’ numbers of papers from many top scientists.
After sexual misconduct accusations, scholars’ work is cited less
After sexual misconduct accusations, scholars’ work is cited less
In a new analysis, scholars publicly accused of sexual misconduct experienced a significant decrease in the rate at which other scholars cited their published research.
Hopes Rise for New Laws to Unlock European Research Area
Efforts to keep implementation of the European Research Area (ERA) going continued this week with the publication of a second ERA policy agenda, covering the years 2025 to 2027.
US Science is Under Threat ― Now Scientists Are Fighting Back
Researchers are organizing protests and making their voices heard as Trump officials slash funding and lay off federal scientists.
Zaharieva Invites India to Join Horizon Europe
While India’s decision is pending both sides agreed to launch joint R&D calls for projects worth €60 million.
Canadians Visit Europe to Drum Up Joint Horizon Europe Projects
In a new Trump era, Canadians are looking for partners, and since association to the EU’s Framework Programme, applications are up.
Global Concern Grows Over Trump’s "Attack on Science"
Research groups call for academic freedom to be protected amid mass firings and funding freezes
Europe Could Be a 'Haven' for US Researchers, Says ERC President
The EU's research funding bodies are thinking of ways to welcome US scientists and European ex-patriots who might be looking for a more sympathetic place to work now that Donald Trump is in the White House. This mirrors discussions at the national level of possible "repatriation awards" and the expansion of programmes to attract American scientists.
New Minister Aims to Find 'black Holes' in Romania's Research System
After more than three decades of reliance on foreign direct investments and EU funds, Romania should be looking towards a new economic model based on the production of knowledge and advanced technologies, says Daniel David, who became the country's education and research minister in December. But that would require a reconfiguration of Romania's entire research system, including the merger of low-performing institutions and a new classification system for universities, David told Science|Business in an interview.
Postdocs and PhD Students Hit Hard by Trump's Crackdown on Science
As US federal grants remain frozen and budget cuts loom, anxiety and fear grip early-career researchers.
"We Need our Brains at Home in Ukraine"
As the US and Russia hold controversial peace talks, Ukrainian research leaders want scientists back.
German Research Groups Set out Wishlist for Incoming Government
Centre-right leader Friedrich Merz is expected to become chancellor in a new coalition following election.
Commission Plans 'Step-Change' in Simplicity for Climate Research
Commission Plans 'Step-Change' in Simplicity for Climate Research
Leaked plans for climate research show EU will strive for more impact in final years of Horizon Europe.
Africa's 'bold Generation' See Bright Future at Home
They see themselves as the "bold generation" and the "conscious youth" of the African continent. AFP met six African students from Generation Z who, from Dakar to Nairobi, and Johannesburg to Abidjan, displayed a realistic optimism and a desire to transform their countries.
Zaharieva Urges More EU-US Science Collaboration
The EU is "really open to work with the US", research and innovation commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva told the Munich Security Conference on Friday.
National Science Foundation Fires 168 Probationary Employees on Trump Administration's Orders
Science Diplomacy Framework Launched for ‘Era of Disruption’
The American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Royal Society have launched a new framework for science diplomacy.
Can Science and Diplomacy Have Mutual Impact in the Trump & Musk Era?
President Trump sees himself as a dealmaker and Elon Musk sees himself as a science-based innovator. Might this fabled partnership lead to a confluence towards what is termed “science diplomacy?”
Blind Application Process Helps Swiss Spark Grants Back Unconventional Research
Blind Application Process Helps Swiss Spark Grants Back Unconventional Research
The Spark grants scheme, run by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), anonymises applications. This has meant a more diverse range of winners, particularly younger scientists and those new to SNSF funding.
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