Research Universities Are Admitting Fewer Ph.D.s, a Bad Sign for Science

NSF awards plummet 60-70% despite near-normal spending levels, charts show

The article analyzes two conflicting charts presented to the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee regarding NSF funding. One chart

Scientists at University of Wisconsin puzzled by friend's choice of acquaintances

A team of scientists at the University of Wisconsin express frustration at not understanding where their friend finds the individuals they c

Many researchers are worrying about the public's reduced trust in science - where do the real problems lie?

NSF Lifts Grant Hold on Harvard After Media Inquiries; Universities Face Funding Slowdowns

The National Science Foundation lifted a hold on some grants for Harvard and other universities after media inquiries, including from The Ne

Physics and astronomy undergraduates express growing anxiety over careers and research funding

A recent survey reveals that physics and astronomy undergraduate students are deeply concerned about their career pathways and research fund

U.S. National Science Foundation Freezes Funding, Halting Research Projects

The U.S. National Science Foundation froze all outgoing funding, leading to the abrupt cancellation of over 1,000 research projects and halt