U.S. researchers consider leaving amid funding cuts
75% of U.S. researchers may leave due to funding cuts, including top minds like the 'Mozart of Math.'
Why it matters
- Potential brain drain could impact U.S. science leadership.
By the numbers
- 75% of U.S. researchers considering leaving (Nature poll).
The big picture
- Funding cuts driving researchers away.
- Europe and China actively attracting talent.
What they're saying
- Comments suggest relocation rather than end of science.
- Some criticize U.S. as "post-truth society" for science.
Caveats
- Poll data from Nature, specifics on methodology unclear.
What’s next
- Unclear if funding cuts will be reversed or if researchers will stay.