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OSTP Director Urges 'Gold Standard Science' Amid Funding Cuts

5/21/2025

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Michael Kratsios, OSTP Director, passionately called for "Gold Standard Science" in a recent speech in Washington, D.C. He condemned federal funding cuts to scientific research, especially those undermining diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, warning that these actions jeopardize the integrity of science and threaten America's position as a leader in innovation and research.

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Michael Kratsios, OSTP Director, passionately called for "Gold Standard Science" in a recent speech in Washington, D.C. He condemned federal funding cuts to scientific research, especially those undermining diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, warning that these actions jeopardize the integrity of science and threaten America's position as a leader in innovation and research.