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Hormone health climbs the policy agenda as endocrine leaders meet for European Society of Endocrinology’s first Summit of the Presidents
The summit brought together endocrine leaders to identify opportunities to work closely together on increasing the visibility of endocrine health in policy decisions. Early findings from a workforce survey revealed challenges including long patient waiting times and retention concerns among early-career clinicians.
Digital archive reveals how NIH built the field of genomics
National Institutes of Health Grant terminations disproportionately impact minority scientists
A recent NIH grant termination survey found that BIPOC and LGBTQ+ researchers faced higher odds of termination, with disparities extending beyond representation. The study highlights concerns about the long-term impacts on the US scientific workforce.
Research manipulation mapped in new Forensic Scientometrics (FoSci) report
The FoSci Report 2026 examines individual paper-level fraud, coordinated criminal networks, systemic structural failures, and risks to government research. It charts the maturity and gaps in current research integrity practice, arguing that isolated infractions often signal more systemic issues.
JMIR news: Diversity under threat as clinical trials face disruptions
Recent shifts in federal policy and funding have impacted hundreds of clinical trials designed to study disease burdens in underrepresented populations. The report highlights a systemic crisis in medical research, citing a disruption at scale that has affected over 74,000 participants across 383 trials.
Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s and The Michael J. Fox Foundation Expand Global Research Initiative with $261M Investment Toward Personalized Treatments
A global research network, led by ASAP and MJFF, is expanding its efforts to map the biological blueprint of Parkinson's disease and develop a standardized toolkit of global research resources. This expansion aims to accelerate the development of personalized therapies by understanding the disease's inherent heterogeneity.
Digital Science upgrades Dimensions Research Security to a complete, audit-ready solution
Digital Science has upgraded its world-leading Dimensions Research Security platform with a full workflow solution addressing growing volumes, fragmented tools, and rising compliance pressure. The new solution enables proactive research security work with reduced manual effort, making it easier to generate, customize, and access reports.
American Cancer Society grant to fund research on urinary tract cancer therapies
Weill Cornell Medicine researchers will explore novel combination therapies to address the gap in treatment options for patients with advanced urinary tract cancers. The study aims to understand how inherited genetic alterations and tumor-acquired mutations cooperate to disrupt DNA repair and drive cancers of the urinary tract.
American Meteorological Society responds to NSF regarding the future of NCAR
The American Meteorological Society strongly opposes the dismantling of NCAR, highlighting its central role in atmospheric sciences and its impact on the nation's economy. The AMS recommends that NSF engage in a rigorous process to develop a strategy for enhancing scientific innovation in the weather enterprise.
DFG, HRK and WR propose Nexus – a new funding instrument for networks of excellence at EU level
The DFG, HRK, and WR propose Nexus, a new EU funding instrument for networks of excellence, to strengthen institutionalized cooperation between Europe's leading universities and research institutions. The proposed network would conduct research on a jointly selected topic that is of strategic importance to the participating institutions.
Team led by UC San Diego researchers selected for prestigious global cancer prize
A global team led by UC San Diego's Ludmil Alexandrov is receiving a $25 million Cancer Grand Challenges award to decipher the molecular origins of cancer. The team aims to identify unique patterns of DNA damage and their sources, which could lead to new prevention and treatment strategies.
National report supports measurement innovation to aid commercial fusion energy and enable new plasma technologies
A new report recommends increased investment in America's fusion diagnostic capabilities, a critical technology that could provide information to speed up the delivery of commercial fusion power plants. The report identifies key areas for research and development to advance U.S. leadership in fusion energy and plasma technologies.
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) receives €5 million donation for AI research
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) has received a significant donation to advance trustworthy AI technology. The €5 million gift from Garrett Camp will support fundamental research in artificial intelligence, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration and long-term impact.
Stowers Institute appoints former Cerner legal chief as new general counsel
Dan Devers joins the Stowers Institute with over 20 years of experience in law and business. He will lead all legal matters across the Institute, ensuring governance, compliance, intellectual property strategy, and partnerships support the Institute's mission to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease.
ERC Consolidator Grants for four researchers of Mainz University
Four Mainz University researchers have been awarded prestigious ERC Consolidator Grants to develop new treatments and understand complex biological processes. The grants will support research projects focused on signal specificity, racialization, and socialist Red Cross societies.
Digital Science’s Dimensions data underpins Select Committee report into U.S.-funded research and foreign influence
The Select Committee report reveals US government-funded research collaborations with Chinese military entities, highlighting the need for balancing academic freedom and national security interests. Digital Science's Dimensions platform provides trusted data to identify hidden connections and potential risks.
Digital Science awards 2025 Catalyst Grants to two teams visualizing the future of research
Two US-based teams, FigureTwo and Syntheos, have won Digital Science's 2025 Catalyst Grant for their innovative data visualization projects. FigureTwo transforms static figures into interactive visuals, while Syntheos maps ideas across research communities to show impact.
AMS releases statement regarding the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) urges the US government to maintain and strengthen NSF NCAR, a critical resource for weather forecasting and climate science. This would lead to further forecast improvements that benefit the nation's safety and economy.
How gut bacteria could protect young adults from cancer
The PerMiCCion consortium is studying the microbiome to develop personalized prevention and treatment strategies for early-onset colorectal cancer. They identified a characteristic 'oncogenic microbiome' that promotes inflammation and influences immune response.
Diversity language in US medical research agency grants declined 25% since 2024
A study published in The BMJ found a 25% decline in diversity language in NIH grants from January 2024 to June 2025. Researchers analyzed 17,701 grants and found that words related to diversity, equity, and politics were deleted at a 10-fold higher rate in 2025.
Strategies to keep drug discovery research alive in the US despite funding cuts from biomedical researchers
Biomedical researchers recommend diversifying funding sources, pursuing earlier licensing and commercialization, and fostering international collaborations. The US drug discovery landscape is at risk due to federal funding cuts, and alternative approaches are needed to ensure continued progress.
Behind the 2025 “shroom boom” hides a bad trip
The article highlights the mismatch between psychedelics and economic drug development principles. Pharmaceutical companies are developing short-acting compounds and neuroplastogens to engineer trips out of the experience altogether. Dr. Sandy Hager's research suggests investors should remain cautious due to weak intellectual property ...
CPRIT awards MD Anderson over $29 million for prevention efforts, cancer research and faculty recruitment
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has been awarded $29 million by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) to support impactful prevention programs and groundbreaking cancer research. The funding will also enable the recruitment of a CPRIT Scholar.
USF Health researcher and international team win multi-million research grant
A research team, including Dr. Yong Xu, will use the grant to investigate genetic changes affecting hypothalamic pathways and their impact on metabolism and behavior in humans and animals. The study aims to unravel the precise way brain wiring controls instinctive behavior across species.
Fairer funding: A lottery-first approach for more equitable research grant allocation
A new study from the University of Lübeck introduces a 'lottery-first' approach to research grant allocation, increasing female representation by 10% and funded projects led by women by 23%. This method reduces estimated economic costs by two-thirds while maintaining scientific excellence.
New EndoCompass Research Roadmap calls for coordinated investment to tackle Europe’s hormone health challenge
The European Society of Endocrinology has released the EndoCompass Research Roadmap, a major new initiative to align research efforts and improve funding strategies for hormone-related health challenges. The roadmap identifies specific research needs across eight endocrine specialties and five cross-cutting areas.
Arcadia grant improves open access to conservation knowledge by strengthening the IUCN Library
The Arcadia grant has enabled the creation of IUCN’s Open Access Policy and upgraded the IUCN Library, making over 1,500 historical publications available online. This has improved access to conservation knowledge and secured the scientific integrity of nature conservation efforts.
Mayo Clinic awarded up to $40 million by ARPA-H for pioneering air safety research
Mayo Clinic has been awarded up to $40 million by ARPA-H to develop new ways to monitor and improve air quality in real-time, enhancing patient care. The Hospital Air Quality (HAIQU) project will introduce cutting-edge biosensors, AI, and smart air filtration systems in emergency departments across Mayo's campuses.
Stress & Stars: Two more ERC Starting Grants for ISTA
Two ISTA Assistant Professors, Amelia Douglass and Ylva Götberg, have won 1.5 million euro ERC Starting Grants to explore how animals react to stress and the science behind binary-star stripping. Their research could lead to a better understanding of brain pathways disrupted in humans suffering from anxiety and stress.
Dr. Matthew Greenblatt awarded Paul-Gallin Trailblazer Prize for bone stem cell discoveries
Dr. Greenblatt's discovery of distinct types of bone-building stem cells has opened new areas of research into targeted therapies for bone cancer, osteoporosis, and rare bone conditions. His work has identified potential therapeutic targets to block spine metastases in breast and prostate cancer.
AADOCR opposes executive order politicizing NIH grant review
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research strongly opposes the Executive Order allowing political appointees to review and influence federal grant funding decisions. This could compromise the integrity of the NIH peer review system, which relies on rigorous evaluation by subject-matter experts.
Transformational $3 million gift to advance women’s heart health
A $3 million gift from Lee and Valerie Shapiro will support the American Heart Association's work on women's heart health. The funding will also advance the Go Red for Women Venture Fund, fueling innovation and research in women's cardiovascular health.
UC3M publishes its 2023–2024 Research and Knowledge Transfer Report
UC3M achieved its highest ever research funding intake of €56.78 million in 2024. The university also maintained its strong publication record with an annual average of 1,291 national and international articles.
Cancer treatments and Panama Canal efficiency: Purdue Innovates Incubator funds projects to advance university innovations
Two Purdue researchers received funding to advance university innovations. Andrew Mesecar aims to develop new treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma using patented enzyme inhibitors. Meanwhile, Pablo Zavattieri is working on a patent-pending system to address saltwater intrusion in the Panama Canal.
ERC Advanced grants for three University of Groningen researchers
The European Research Council has awarded ERC Advanced grants to Inga Kamp, Wouter Roos, and Syuzanna Harutyunyan from the University of Groningen for their innovative research projects. Kamp's project focuses on deciphering rocky planet building blocks using the James Webb Space Telescope, while Roos investigates RNA-containing viruse...
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society and others announce MS research and training funding opportunities
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is offering funding opportunities for next-generation researchers and clinicians, as well as projects advancing women's health in MS. The American Brain Foundation and US Department of Defense are also providing grants for neuroinflammation research and clinical trials.
The ”immune system” of a safe and equal Europe is in danger, according to researchers
Researchers warn that reducing ERC autonomy will shift focus from transformative impacts to incremental ones, hindering Europe's competitiveness. The European Research Council plays a critical role in providing intellectual freedom and resources for breakthroughs.
Launch of the European vaccines hub for pandemic readiness
The European Vaccines Hub for Pandemic Readiness (EVH) is a pan-European center that integrates excellence in vaccine research, human monoclonal antibody development, clinical trials, and scalable manufacturing. EVH aims to drive innovation and ensure strategic autonomy in vaccine R&D and manufacturing.
Manuel Heitor to share perspectives on the future of research in Europe at launch of EndoCompass
The EndoCompass project aims to guide future studies and funding programs with a research roadmap for better hormone health in Europe. Manuel Heitor will share his perspective on the future of research in Europe, emphasizing the need for greater investment and coordination.
Characterization of research grant terminations at the National Institutes of Health
Between February and April 2025, 694 NIH grants were terminated across 24 institutes, affecting over $1.8 billion in funding. The terminations disproportionately impacted the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, accounting for 30% of all funding.
FAPESP opens call for selection of Thematic Projects by researchers from abroad
FAPESP is launching a call for International Thematic Grants to support researchers from abroad in developing innovative projects at the forefront of knowledge. The selected projects will have a maximum duration of 60 months and provide full administrative support, access to facilities, and inclusion in graduate courses.
AAAS CEO testifies in Senate hearing on biomedical innovation
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) CEO, Sudip S. Parikh, testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee about the importance of funding for biomedical research in America. He highlighted the risks of recent budget cuts and proposed budgets that could irreparably damage the nation's innovation ecosystem.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society commits over $18 million for research to drive pathways to cures
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has committed $18.1 million to support research projects aligned with its Pathways to Cures roadmap, which aims to stop MS, restore function, and end the disease. The funding includes 16 research grants and 28 training fellowships in the US and internationally.
2025 Searle Scholar Andrew Yang to expand inquiry into blood-brain barrier
Andrew Yang will study proteins crossing the blood-brain barrier and their role in brain health, seeking new therapies for neurological diseases. The 2025 Searle Scholar's research could lead to a better understanding of age-related disorders.
$1M gift to keep Soybean Innovation Lab operational after USAID closure
The Soybean Innovation Lab has secured a $1.02 million gift from an anonymous donor, led by Founders Pledge, to keep the lab operational until April 15. The reprieve will allow the lab to complete critical work and give Director Pete Goldsmith time to seek stable funding.
New Priority Program funded by the German Research Foundation aims to make practical use of unconventional magnetism in IT devices
The new Priority Program will focus on developing IT components utilizing altermagnetism, which combines the benefits of ferromagnets and antiferromagnets. Researchers aim to overcome current limitations and achieve a significant increase in efficiency and speed.
AMS report and statement: "America's economic leadership is at risk"
The American Meteorological Society warns that catastrophic cuts to federal science agencies like NOAA threaten the US weather enterprise, which supports public safety, private sector operations, and national security. A strong weather enterprise is essential for America's economic leadership.
Sun earns UTA's highest research honor
Professor Sun has been recognized for her transformative advancements in devices used for disease diagnosis, communication, and military safety. Her multidisciplinary research has secured over $8 million in external funding from premier organizations.
Kosair for Kids and UofL announce expansion of facility for children recovering from spinal cord injury
The Kosair for Kids Center for Pediatric NeuroRecovery is expanding its facilities to increase treatment capacity by 50%, allowing up to 24 children per day to receive life-changing therapies. The new 12,500-square-foot space will also enhance research collaboration and improve patient care.
FAU designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research
Florida Atlantic University has been recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research, affirming its leadership in cybersecurity research at the doctoral level. The designation highlights the university's faculty dedication to pushing cyber science boundaries and equipping students for high-impact research.
Stand up for NOAA research — the time to act is now
The proposed elimination of NOAA Research would drastically undercut the scientific backbone needed for accurate weather forecasts and services. Key stakeholders like the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association urge action to maintain competitiveness in weather forecasting.
PCORI commits to new patient-centered CER to empower health care decisions
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has announced funding for new patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research studies across various conditions. These studies aim to provide patients with evidence needed to make informed health decisions, addressing information gaps in healthcare. Additionally, PCO...
Goethe University acquires two new DFG research groups
The university has approved two new research units: one focusing on power and abuse in the Roman Catholic Church, and another exploring premodern Christian diversity. These initiatives will intensify research on topics such as vulnerability, systemic conditions, and theological foundations of power imbalances.
PCORI announces new research opportunities to address critical health challenges
PCORI is offering new research opportunities to address critical health challenges, including intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), maternal health, and dementia. The institute invites proposals for patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research (CER) to generate evidence on healthcare options.
ALL ALS consortium launches website to advance ALS research
The ALL ALS Consortium has recruited over 300 participants across two studies, ASSESS and PREVENT, aiming to disrupt traditional ALS research by making data and samples available worldwide. The consortium seeks to discover new drug targets and approaches for effective treatments.
Call for Proposals: FAPESP Grant for International Researchers
The FAPESP Investigator Grant for International Researchers aims to recruit top talent globally to boost São Paulo's scientific and technological leadership. The call is open to researchers living abroad for at least 2 years, with a focus on leadership capacity and research potential.
Simon Fraser University first in Canada to adopt university-wide open scholarship framework
Simon Fraser University is pioneering a university-wide open scholarship framework, guided by six principles, to advance research, innovation and sustainable development. This initiative aligns with the university's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and aims to increase the visibility, dissemination and rea...
WPI researcher receives DOE award to study uranium recovery from wastewater
The grant aims to develop an electrochemical system capable of recovering uranium from wastewater, improving ecosystem health and addressing uranium security. The project will focus on designing electrode materials for efficient uranium extraction and minimizing toxic waste.
Scientific cooperation is strategic for Brazil to strengthen relations with Europe
Brazil's state of São Paulo is expanding scientific and technological cooperation with European partners Germany, UK, and France to strengthen regional relations. The country aims to be competitive in the wake of a favorable trade agreement between Mercosur and the EU.