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Funding Cuts Halt $53M Dementia Study, Spark Controversy

5/21/2025

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Grant terminations are shaking the foundation of vital research, as seen in neurologist Charles DeCarli's $53 million study on dementia's vascular factors, now abruptly halted. This setback raises urgent questions about agency priorities and the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in funding crucial health studies that affect diverse communities.

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Grant terminations are shaking the foundation of vital research, as seen in neurologist Charles DeCarli's $53 million study on dementia's vascular factors, now abruptly halted. This setback raises urgent questions about agency priorities and the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in funding crucial health studies that affect diverse communities.