We've gathered strategies from researchers, health workers, lawmakers and others.
| May 19, 2025 
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 | By Alexandra Sifferlin Health and Science Editor, Opinion | |
Since January, the Trump administration has taken steps that threaten to stall progress in medicine, energy, climate science and more. At least $13.5 billion in health funding has been cut, according to estimates. Researchers are losing their jobs and critical projects are being defunded. The future of America's science and health infrastructure is uncertain. But my colleagues and I are hearing from people refusing to lose momentum in these fields without a fight, and who are finding creative ways to keep their work alive. We are sharing a selection of those strategies with readers today. The ideas — from health workers, scientists, lawmakers and everyday citizens — range from finding new sources of funding and research support to filing lawsuits or even joining humanitarian aid organizations abroad. We hope these ideas offer a starting point for anyone looking to take action and think creatively about how to protect science. Read more: Here's what we're focusing on today:We hope you've enjoyed this newsletter, which is made possible through subscriber support. Subscribe to The New York Times. Games Here are today's Mini Crossword, Wordle and Spelling Bee. If you're in the mood to play more, find all our games here. Forward this newsletter to friends to share ideas and perspectives that will help inform their lives. They can sign up here. Do you have feedback? Email us at opiniontoday@nytimes.com. If you have questions about your Times account, delivery problems or other issues, visit our Help Page or contact The Times. |
