Science Friday What Huge Cuts To NSF Funding Mean For Science
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May 30, 2025 Katrina Miller, a science reporter for The New York Times, discusses historic cuts to National Science Foundation funding, exploring the impact on research and the future of STEM initiatives. Accompanying her is Dr. Jason Karlawish, a Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, who reveals a groundbreaking FDA-approved blood test for Alzheimer’s, which measures amyloid and tau proteins. Their conversation addresses not only the financial strain on science but also the exciting advancements in Alzheimer’s diagnosis that could change patient care.
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Funding Increases in Select Fields
- Some NSF research areas like advanced cyber infrastructure, behavioral sciences, and ocean sciences are seeing funding increases.
- These align with priorities set by the administration, including AI and quantum technology.
Proposed Major NSF Budget Cuts
- The administration proposes cutting NSF funding by 56%, signaling fears of further deep reductions.
- The final budget is uncertain as Congress must approve it with possible changes.
Scientists Fear Brain Drain
- Scientists, especially early career, fear the erosion of US scientific research due to funding cuts.
- Brain drain is occurring as scientists consider leaving the US for better opportunities abroad.