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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.
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.
Trump Administration Reverses Policy Barring Immigration Raids at Colleges
Trump Takes Aim at DEI in Higher Ed
The executive order doesn’t have an immediate impact on DEI programs at colleges and universities, but experts worry about a chilling effect.
Report: Supporting Housing-Insecure Student Parents
Parenting students face greater levels of homelessness compared to their peers without dependents, which can impede their completion.
More Than 40% of Postdocs Don’t Stay in Academia
A Stunning Enrollment Surge
Total enrollment surpassed pre-pandemic levels for the first time and first-year enrollment grew 5.5 percent. It’s a shocking finding after last year’s enrollment pessimism—and a complete reversal from an erroneous earlier report.
Community Colleges Join Forces to Expand Access to AI Training
Colleges with wealthier students are more likely to offer courses that incorporate cutting-edge knowledge. As employer demand for AI skills soars, a group of community colleges wants to “make sure the masses don’t get left out of the AI revolution.”