SpaceUpdated November 9

Experts warn U.S. policies could fuel a wider research brain drain

Holley-Bockelmann’s move comes amid wider fears about U.S. research and visa policies. Semafor reports that university funding cuts and an immigration crackdown have pushed several academics to leave, dozens of scientists have gone to China, and restrictive U.S. visas are deterring many international applicants. Experts fear these policies could make it harder for the country to attract top global talent and that the exodus could erode its leadership in fields such as AI. The head of the Dutch Research Council sees the shift from the other side: a tragedy for the U.S., but a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Netherlands.

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Coverage started November 9