National Science Foundation fires roughly 10% of its workforce

NSF fired 168 employees, leaving the agency less equipped to fund a wide range of scientific research.

Feb 19, 2025 - 00:45
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National Science Foundation fires roughly 10% of its workforce
Many scientists fear that cuts at NSF will slow or stall advances in basic research, including in computer science, causing America to lose its competitive edge.

NSF fired 168 employees, leaving the agency less equipped to fund a wide range of scientific research.

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