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欧洲和中国,开抢美国科学家
Hu Xiu·2025-06-21 07:35

Core Viewpoint - A significant exodus of American researchers is occurring due to drastic cuts in research funding, leading many to consider opportunities abroad, particularly in Europe and Canada [2][10][29]. Funding Cuts - Over 75% of American researchers are contemplating leaving the U.S. due to funding shortages [2]. - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) budget has been cut by 40% [5]. - The National Science Foundation (NSF) budget has been reduced by 57% [6]. - NASA's budget has been slashed by 24%, with its scientific budget halved [7]. - Funding for various fields, including biology, engineering, and education, has seen reductions of over 70%, while computer science, mathematics, and physics have experienced cuts of 60% [9]. Talent Migration - There has been a 32% increase in American researchers applying for positions in Europe, with a 41% rise in related browsing activity [3]. - Applications for Canadian job opportunities from American researchers have also increased by 41% [3]. - The EU plans to add €500 million in budget from 2025 to 2027 to attract researchers [13]. - France's President Macron has pledged €100 million to attract international talent [13]. Impact on Chinese Recruitment - The "China Initiative" by the Trump administration has led to a significant increase in the number of Chinese scientists leaving the U.S., with nearly 20,000 departing between 2010 and 2021, and a 75% increase post-2018 [18][19]. - Many of these scientists are choosing to return to China, where research funding is increasing at over 10% annually [21]. Global Research Landscape Shift - The current situation indicates a dramatic shift in the global research landscape, with countries like Japan and institutions like the Chinese University of Hong Kong actively recruiting international talent [30][32]. - The U.S., once the center of global research, is now facing challenges in retaining its scientific community due to funding cuts and political pressures [25][28].