It costs money to maintain the various facilities, utilities and personnel that allow scientists to conduct research in the first place. Without federal support, institutions are left scrambling.

News reports paint a frightening picture of DOGE staff trampling time-tested – and in many cases legally required – management and security practices.

From access to preventive care to workplace protections, public policies affect the health of LGBTQ+ people and the general public in both direct and indirect ways.

A member of a grant review panel explains the ins and outs of applying for research funding – and the consequences of when the process suddenly stops.

Maintaining a good diet is not cheap or straightforward, especially on a low income.

The Trump administration has different interests and priorities than those of the Biden administration for regulating technology. For some issues like AI regulation, big changes are on tap.

Many claims about the dangers of vaccines come from misrepresenting scientific research papers.

We already have some clues to what the Trump administration will change on space policy.

Both Trump and Harris seek to lower drug costs for patients. What headway have they made on realizing this goal?

Hurricane Fiona will set back efforts to restore Puerto Rico that date back five years to Hurricane Maria. Two scholars explain how the island’s weak institutions worsen the impacts of disasters.