Funding and Advocacy in Science

This chapter examines the essential role of federal funding agencies like NIH and NSF in scientific research and the potential repercussions of reduced funding. It highlights the precarious situation faced by postdoctoral researchers and the chilling effect of advocacy due to fear of job loss and immigration issues. The discussion also touches on the impact of changing policies on immigrant scientists, the challenges of securing ongoing funding, and the implications of political interference in scientific research.