Trump administration

Union of Concerned Scientists faced major challenges in polling 16 agencies

Agency aims to set “safe” threshold for fine particles

Some results would be barred by administration’s “secret science” proposal

Administration claims move to less efficient cars will prevent 1000 deaths annually

Joel Clement reflects on his battle with Department of the Interior leadership

Many of the president’s proposals have been rejected previously, whereas others are surprisingly timid

University of Rochester’s Omega laser has operated for 23 years

$2 billion increase not enough to stay on track

Plan would also trim salary support paid by National Institutes of Health grants

Last minute reprieve reflects recent budget deal

White House would eliminate many research programs, despite rising spending levels

Records suggest Trump administration has tried to fill long-vacant post

Senators, scientists had called Kathleen Hartnett White unqualified

Geologist James Reilly has worked in oil industry and for-profit higher education

Advisory panels lost more members, met less often than during previous transitions

Memo says grants should align with Trump administration priorities