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Trump cuts threaten a ‘generation of scientists’ as many weigh leaving US (www.theguardian.com)

submitted 3 days ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Summary

Trump’s proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) threaten U.S. biomedical research, forcing many scientists to consider leaving the country.

A 7 February policy would slash NIH funding by two-thirds, though a federal judge has temporarily blocked it.

Researchers relying on these grants fear for their jobs, with some already exploring options abroad.

The cuts particularly impact neuroscience, diabetes, and bird flu research, while also dismantling DEI initiatives.

Many scientists warn of long-term consequences for innovation and global health collaboration.

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[–] [email protected] 34 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (1 children)

Wow, that very randomly and suddenly reminds me that in Leiden, NL, they have a Bio-Science Park that is building mega lab after mega lab(Covid really shifted this bio park into sixth gear), with some plots still left to fill, right next to 2 highways! Schiphol is just a train stop away! If the price of living and housing won't deter you, nothing will!

Bonus fact: I used to jam riiiiiight there in the top right appartement of the block that's starts lowest in the picture with my band Karateklit. Not anymore, we have a new place :)

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[–] [email protected] 38 points 3 days ago (3 children)

I'm pretty happy to see that Americans themselves are starting to see through the lie of "American Exceptionalism" that everyone else knew was propaganda decades ago.

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[–] [email protected] 21 points 3 days ago

Hey remember the brain drain US caused Canada for the past few decades? Would be nice to get some back

[–] [email protected] 8 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

The title doesn't need the "of scientists" part.

[–] [email protected] 45 points 3 days ago (7 children)

So anyone has a good suggestion for countries that accept people with PhDs are are nice to different race of people (I have a mixed family). Lots of countries are starting to lean right so I'm a bit scared moving somewhere where I don't understand the native language since I saw how immigrants in US (and even people in their home country) like trump because they don't get the whole picture and only know news through multiple transfers and biases.

Even if the current administration goes back to what it was I feel like the attack on science and overall direction of the people's thoughts aren't going to change overnight and it might be hard living as a scientist.

[–] [email protected] 26 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (1 children)

Academia seems to have largely settled on English. Most graduate programs I have heard of are taught in English even if it's not an official language of the host country.

CERN was designed to stop the brain drain to the US after WWII. Hopefully Europe (the world) realizes the opportunity in front of them.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 3 days ago (2 children)

Yeah, I have been hoping some countries would make lax immigration rules to capitalize on this situation. I know a lot of academics thinking of leaving, it's just a bit hard with a family compared to moving alone.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (1 children)

If your role allows remote work this may be an option: https://consnewyork.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visas-to-enter-italy/digital-nomad-remote-worker-visa/

Once living in a place it's a lot easier to find work, but that may be less true for academics who commonly move for work anyways.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 days ago

Thank you. This seems useful. Unfortunately I'm just finishing up my PhD, so I probably won't qualify. Might have to search postdoc positions for now

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 3 days ago (3 children)

Swiss. Though it needs a while until you can get a pass.

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 3 days ago (2 children)

Norway is good if you get a job before moving. The weather, people, food and welcome is a bit cold, but life is good.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Yeah, I've been thinking Norway and Netherlands/Finland as good option if we have to do Europe. I don't think the immigration policy is that open in those countries though. Do you have any knowledge about that?

[–] [email protected] 4 points 3 days ago

I don't know the details, but if you get hired for a position here while living abroad, you can get a work visa as skilled labour. That can later be converted to permanent residence after living here for some number of years and passing some language and/or culture test (I think). I know several people who have moved here either through work or university, including from the US. Best of luck no matter where you end up.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Food is cold?

[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

At least the lunch, warm cantine food at work is unfortunately not as common here as in many other places.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Ever been to Canada?

[–] [email protected] 8 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I'm worried about Canada as well because of the proximity. And there is a bit of brown hate going on there as well. It would have been nice options otherwise for ease of move/visa.

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[–] [email protected] 73 points 3 days ago

Ive been telling my university phd friends to not make any plans to go to the US. They said i was overreacting but changed plans anyways. Glad they didnt go.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

Canada needs to recognise this opportunity and invest in science and healthcare. Relatedly, Canada needs to vote out the Conservatives provincially and federally.

[–] [email protected] 111 points 3 days ago (3 children)

Great! Leave the US and come prosper in Canada.

[–] [email protected] 96 points 3 days ago (22 children)

Do not listen to him! Europe! Come to Europe! Great Benefits, long holidays and you can travel between multiple countries and temperature-zones. When staying in canada, you can only travel back to the US or take a plane to cross either one of the two biggest oceans to get anywhere. In Europe you can spend a decade without running out of places to go. Also: We love your brain. Please come to Europe!