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Universities in precarious position as Trump uses research funding as a wedge

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The Trump administration is taking advantage of the entanglement of university finances and government funding, seeking to put schools on a short leash tied to their research capabilities.

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News24

Fund research not Tesla trucks: The HIV casualties of Trump's war on science

There were empty seats in San Francisco last week at an annual international science conference which has delivered some of the world's most groundbreaking HIV research. It was a throwback to another era - a time when Aids activists were fighting for their lives - and a frightening glimpse of the future under the Trump administration.

3 hours ago·South Africa

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The Conversation

Trump is surveying Australian academics about gender diversity and China – what does this mean for unis and their research?

The Trump Administration is asking some Australian university researchers about how their work fits in with US foreign and domestic policy.

12 hours ago

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Australian Financial Review

Read the questionnaire Trump has sent to Australian unis

A questionnaire sent to Australian universities by the Trump administration has sparked alarm among academics. You can read it here.

17 hours ago·Sydney, Australia

Universities in precarious position as Trump uses research funding as a wedge

The Trump administration is taking advantage of the entanglement of university finances and government funding, seeking to put schools on a short leash tied to their research capabilities. Columbia has already lost $400 million in grants over what the government calls inaction on antisemitism. Harvard is implementing a hiring freeze due to financial “uncertainties” in…

19 hours ago·Washington, United States

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CNN

Fareed’s take: Trump’s war on colleges

American higher education and research lead the world. And yet, from cutting research funding to attacking free speech, the Trump administration has declared war on colleges, Fareed says. He argues that this represents nothing less than America’s own version of the Cultural Revolution.

23 hours ago·Atlanta, United States

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UWI

Why Trump Canceling Colombia University’s Funding Is a Step In the Right Direction

President Trump cut over $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University, condemning its weak response to rampant antisemitism on campus since the horrific Hamas attacks on October 7th. https://unitedwithisrael.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Video-2025-03-17-at-10.05.40_b02d4a5e.mp4 Do You Love Israel? Make a Donation - Show Your Support!Donate to vital charities that help protect Israeli citizens and inspire millions around the …

5 hours ago

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