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Making the case for curiosity-driven science

MIT President Sally Kornbluth discusses the importance of basic research, funding challenges, and the role of universities in a live podcast conversation.

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Making the case for curiosity-driven science
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  • Kornbluth emphasizes that curiosity-driven science is critical for the nation's future.
  • She warns that strained funding could have long-term negative effects on U.S. research and talent pipelines.
  • MIT faces $300 million annual losses from endowment tax and grant cuts, creating uncertainty for investigators.
  • She advocates for international students and warns that restricting them cedes competitive advantage to countries like China.

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