Stephen Howey, KUOW's online editor and producer, dives into the alarming trend of brain drain at the University of Washington as researchers contemplate moving abroad due to a lack of federal funding. He discusses the dire financial landscape affecting crucial research centers, like those focused on Alzheimer's and suicide care. Howey highlights international competition for scientific talent, underscoring how European and Chinese incentives lure U.S. researchers. Despite these challenges, he emphasizes the resilience and advocacy of scientists committed to public health.
