The rapidity with which the new administration is putting in place policies to end DEI programs is sowing fear among scientists
The article from STAT News, published on January 27, 2025, discusses a new executive order signed by former President Donald Trump aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in federal agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This order has led to immediate funding cuts for NIH programs that support DEI efforts, causing significant concern among researchers and advocates. The order mandates a review of all DEI-related programs, with the potential for further reductions or eliminations. Critics argue that this move could reverse progress in addressing health disparities and hinder scientific research by reducing diversity in the scientific workforce. The NIH has been instructed to prioritize research based on scientific merit alone, sidelining considerations of diversity and inclusion. This has sparked a debate on the implications for public health, with many in the scientific community expressing worry over the potential long-term effects on innovation and health equity.
Politics & Government
Mon, January 27, 2025
