Research Funding Slows Again for Universities Targeted by White House
Research funding for universities targeted by the White House has slowed down again. The National Science Foundation recently lifted a hold on some grants for Harvard and other institutions following media inquiries. Harvard has faced more government scrutiny than any other university since President Trump took office.
- ▪The National Science Foundation lifted a hold on some grants for Harvard and other universities this week.
- ▪Harvard has faced more government actions than any school since President Trump returned to office.
- ▪The funding slowdown is part of a broader trend affecting universities targeted by the White House.
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