#Science Policy

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Federal Science Funding in Flux: OMB's New Grant Cancellation Rules Stir Panic in Academia

New proposed OMB rules allowing for the summary cancellation of federal science grants have sparked widespread outcry, with academics fearing political bias and the erosion of research independence.

Jessy·May 30, 2026·2 min read

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A Blow to US Science: Entire National Science Foundation Board Terminated

The entire 22-member governing board of the National Science Foundation (NSF) was fired, sparking intense concern regarding the autonomy of scientific research and triggering potential administrative law challenges.

Jessy·May 1, 2026·2 min read

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National Science Board Members Dismissed as US Science Policy Faces Uncertain Future

The administration has dismissed all 22 members of the National Science Board. The move reportedly occurred ahead of the board's planned release of a report warning that the US is losing scientific ground to China.

Jessy·Apr 28, 2026·1 min read