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Scientists Rally Against Trump’s Research Funding Cuts

3/5/2025

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On February 24, Annika Barber joined a passionate group of scientists in Washington, D.C., to protest against the Trump administration's cuts to research funding. As many researchers step into the role of activists, the upcoming "Stand Up for Science" rallies on March 7 will amplify their voices, fighting to safeguard taxpayer-funded research from looming federal budget cuts.

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On February 24, Annika Barber joined a passionate group of scientists in Washington, D.C., to protest against the Trump administration's cuts to research funding. As many researchers step into the role of activists, the upcoming "Stand Up for Science" rallies on March 7 will amplify their voices, fighting to safeguard taxpayer-funded research from looming federal budget cuts.