National Science Foundation’s future in limbo as Trump eyes cuts
The National Science Foundation's future is uncertain as President Trump proposes cutting its funding by over 50% in his 2027 budget request. The NSF funds a quarter of basic scientific research in the US and has contributed to major technological breakthroughs.
The National Science Foundation's future is in limbo due to President Trump's proposed 50% funding cut in his 2027 budget request. Since Trump's return to the White House, nearly 1,400 NSF grants have been canceled or suspended, citing changing policy priorities. The NSF funds a quarter of basic scientific research in the US and has contributed to breakthroughs like MRI machines, GPS, and artificial intelligence. Former NSF directors and organizations warn that dismantling the agency will curtail American scientific innovation. The NSF's focus on basic science has led to major technological advancements. Congress previously passed a nearly full NSF budget for 2026 despite Trump's efforts to cut funding in half.
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