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NSF Has Canceled More Than 1,500 Grants. Nearly 90 Percent Were Related to DEI.

The National Science Foundation has canceled more than $1 billion in research grants since mid-April, raising concerns about the future of American research and innovation.

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·urban.org·Jul 15, 2025

NSF Has Canceled More Than 1,500 Grants. Nearly 90 Percent Were Related to DEI.

Despite DEI backlash, only 19% of companies are cutting diversity funding

A new survey finds that even as employers pull back on some DEI programs, the budget for diversity work has not radically shifted at many companies.

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·fastcompany.com·Apr 30, 2025

Despite DEI backlash, only 19% of companies are cutting diversity funding