Researchers across the Netherlands are feeling the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's policies, which have led to budget cuts, the suspension of studies, and the disruption of international collaborations. These changes are influencing several fields of science in the Netherlands, including medicine, climate studies, and astronomy.
6 months Ago
Scientific Work Disrupted Across the Netherlands
A joint investigation involving NU.
nl, Investico, De Groene Amsterdammer, and Hoger Onderwijs Persbureau surveyed over 200 scientists across nearly every Dutch university. One-third of the 210 respondents reported that Trump's policies had affected their work. Specifically, 14 said collaborations with American colleagues had ceased, 26 experienced cancellations or changes in conferences and visits, and 20 said research funding had been lost or made uncertain.
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