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ModestyKing
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This thread is mainly because I'm legitimately scared for science funding and my career, based on the new POTUS's (lack of a) science policy. One random article I pulled up by searching "Trump science policy" had this ending line: "...In short, a Trump administration would mean a crippled US research effort and politics that are based on short-term economic interests rather than science."
Is this a legitimate concern to have, that science funding could be drastically cut and should I worry about how it would affect my career?
What should I do, if so? I'm into condensed matter, electronics and superconductivity. Currently 3rd year undergrad. I'm scared I won't even be able to get a funded Ph.D at this point if there's a huge lack of funding, so reassurances (or tips) would be appreciated!
Also, if for some reason this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it.
Is this a legitimate concern to have, that science funding could be drastically cut and should I worry about how it would affect my career?
What should I do, if so? I'm into condensed matter, electronics and superconductivity. Currently 3rd year undergrad. I'm scared I won't even be able to get a funded Ph.D at this point if there's a huge lack of funding, so reassurances (or tips) would be appreciated!
Also, if for some reason this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it.