US Scientists Warn Critical Research at Risk Amid Further Trump Cuts
US science leaders warn that further Trump-era budget cuts and policy shifts could critically compromise vital healthcare research and international collaborations.
Published on April 14, 2025
In recent warnings dated April 2025, top US science leaders expressed deep concern that further funding cuts and policy shifts under the Trump administration could undermine critical healthcare and research efforts. Major federal agencies such as the NIH and FDA, along with institutes involved in vaccine development and climate change research, face uncertainties as billions in potential budget reductions loom.
Experts note that these funding shortfalls not only jeopardize domestic research infrastructure and job security in the scientific community but also risk derailing key international collaborations with bodies like the WHO and in global climate initiatives. The situation represents a growing crisis, with protests and expert testimonies underscoring the need for restored support to preserve the integrity and global leadership of US science.