How Trump cuts are causing a ‘brain drain’ in American science

Gokhan Khotumishlegil, a Harvard physician scientist exploring metabolism's role in chronic diseases, and Marsha McNutt, president of the National Academy of Sciences and geophysicist, tackle the alarming impact of Trump's funding cuts on American science. They discuss how these policies may spark a brain drain, with young scientists considering relocation due to bleak funding prospects and regulatory challenges. The conversation highlights the urgent need for supportive infrastructure to keep the U.S. competitive in global scientific innovation.