NIH Cancels Research Grants Following Trump Administration Directives

The terminations target studies on DEI, transgender health, and Chinese universities, raising legal and scientific concerns.

The National Institutes of Health has terminated funding for numerous research projects, citing alignment with Trump administration policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Research areas impacted include transgender health, environmental justice, and studies involving Chinese universities, with at least 16 grants already canceled and hundreds more expected.
Federal judges in Rhode Island, Washington, D.C., and Maryland have ruled against similar funding restrictions, stating they violate free speech protections and existing grant conditions.
Scientists and legal experts argue the cancellations are unlawful and could disrupt critical research, with some researchers planning to appeal the decisions.
The NIH's actions have sparked concerns about the long-term impact on public health and the future of research addressing marginalized communities.