NSF grants plummet nearly 50% under Trump, raising research concerns

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has experienced a nearly 50% decline in new grants since President Donald Trump took office, reducing research funding by over $400 million. This sharp drop is particularly affecting students, early-career researchers, and key STEM fields. Despite official claims of funding stability, analysis suggests a broader shift that could threaten U.S. scientific leadership.

​The National Science Foundation (NSF) has experienced a nearly 50% decline in new grants since President Donald Trump took office, reducing research funding by over $400 million. This sharp drop is particularly affecting students, early-career researchers, and key STEM fields. Despite official claims of funding stability, analysis suggests a broader shift that could threaten U.S. scientific leadership. The National Science Foundation (NSF) has experienced a nearly 50% decline in new grants since President Donald Trump took office, reducing research funding by over $400 million. This sharp drop is particularly affecting students, early-career researchers, and key STEM fields. Despite official claims of funding stability, analysis suggests a broader shift that could threaten U.S. scientific leadership.