White House Proposes Shift in Research Funding to Encourage Non-Academic Innovation
The White House has introduced a new strategy aimed at diversifying the allocation of federal research funding, traditionally dominated by universities. The report, titled 'Science: A New Golden Age,' suggests that federal agencies should support individual researchers who can choose their institutions, potentially outside academia. This approach is intended to address complex scientific challenges that require interdisciplinary collaboration. The report, authored by Michael Kratsios, emphasizes the need for large, multi-disciplinary teams to tackle these issues. While the report does not mandate specific funding shifts, it encourages the exploration of alternative funding models, including multiyear grants, which have sparked debate over their impact on early-career researchers. 
