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conferences
Coverage of conferences in the Nexus archive.
- STAT+: Trump administration seeks to overhaul federal grantmaking process, alarming researchers
The Trump administration has proposed overhauling federal grant regulations to increase political control over federally funded research. The changes would reduce the role of peer review, restrict scientists' use of funds for publishing and travel, and grant political appointees more power to terminate grants. The proposal aligns with prior executive orders and would apply government-wide if formalized.
- Pete Hegseth launches another broadside at Starmer, Macron and their 'fancy conferences' over Strait of Hormuz
Pete Hegseth criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron for their focus on 'fancy conferences' regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The commentary highlights a perceived disconnect between political leaders and pressing security issues.