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Metascience 101 - EP7: “Science and Political Legitimacy"

The Macroscience Podcast

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Navigating Research Funding Challenges

This chapter examines the complexities of research funding within universities, underscoring the reliance on federal sources like NSF and NIH. It discusses the challenges of bureaucracy and risk aversion that hinder innovative research, while highlighting the need for sustainable funding reforms amid increasing scrutiny. The speakers call for a balanced approach to funding that encourages both accountability and groundbreaking scientific exploration.

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