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Scientists Worried After Trump Halts NIH Grant Reviews

A pause in communication is typical during a new administration’s transition. But some scientists fear that tying up NIH grant funding for any length of time could disrupt ongoing, time-sensitive clinical research.

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Confusion Follows Trump Order on Sex and Gender

The executive order could eventually change how the federal government enforces Title IX and other laws, though there’s no immediate impact on colleges.

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North Idaho College Awaits Its Fate

Could the college lose accreditation purely over board actions? Its president believes NIC has resolved the issues that prompted scrutiny ahead of a looming vote next week.

Post-Bankruptcy, 2U Appoints New CEO

2U, the online program manager that emerged from bankruptcy last fall, has appointed a new CEO. Kees Bol, former CEO...

The Benefits of Citizen Science and Community-Engaged Research

Two leading academics explain why everyone benefits when researchers look beyond academia to seek greater understanding and new knowledge alongside the broader public or affected communities.

More Than 40% of Postdocs Don’t Stay in Academia

A new study found that a significant share of postdoctoral researchers leave academia. The study, recently published in Proceedings of...

UW Madison Removes Chief Diversity Officer

The University of Wisconsin at Madison has removed its chief diversity officer, LaVar Charleston, from his post following an internal...
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Report: Supporting Housing-Insecure Student Parents

Parenting students face greater levels of homelessness compared to their peers without dependents, which can impede their completion.