Federally Funded Research: The Engine Behind Innovation & Economic Growth
Did you know? Federally funded research drives groundbreaking advancements in tech and medicine—354 out of 356 FDA-approved drugs (2010-2019) originated from such projects! 💊🔬 It also fuels local economies, creating jobs and generating $94+ billion nationwide in 2024. Yet, these benefits are now under threat.
In February 2025, the Trump administration moved to cap indirect costs on federal grants at 15% and cancel grants tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. By May 12, over $1.5 billion in NIH and NSF grants had been axed—jeopardizing life-changing research.
🔊 Scientists Are Speaking Up
UC Davis neuroscientist Dr. Theanne Griffith studies chemotherapy-induced nerve damage to improve cancer care. But her grant—focused on diverse faculty support—now faces cancellation. “We need diverse minds tackling big questions,” she says. “Blind spots shrink when perspectives expand.”
To rally support, UC Davis launched #FromLabsToLives—sharing stories of how research transforms lives. From mental health to environmental toxins, the stakes are high. “Federal funding isn’t just about labs—it’s about patients, jobs, and global progress,” says Dana Topousis, UC Davis’s Chief Marketing Officer.
📢 Why This Matters
Slashing funding delays cures, stifles innovation, and hurts local economies. Scientists, patients, and advocates are uniting to #StandUpForScience. Will you join them?
📌 #ScienceFunding #ResearchMatters #Innovation #DEIinSTEM #SaveOurScience #PublicHealth #STEMAdvocacy
Reference
- Galkina Cleary E, et al. Comparison of research spending on new drug approvals by the National Institutes of Health vs the pharmaceutical industry, 2010-2019. JAMA Health Forum. 2023;4(4):e230511.
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