European Universities Ramp Up Recruitment of U.S. Scientists Amid Federal Funding Cuts

Trump administration's budget reductions and ideological restrictions drive a growing exodus of American researchers to Europe and Canada.

A Nature poll reveals that 75% of U.S.-based scientists are considering leaving the country due to disruptions caused by Trump administration policies.
European institutions, including Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Aix-Marseille University, are actively recruiting American researchers through targeted programs, with significant interest reported.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to dismiss 10,000 employees, including thousands at the CDC, NIH, and FDA, intensifying instability in the U.S. scientific community.
Younger and early-career scientists are disproportionately affected by funding cuts and career uncertainty, making them more likely to seek opportunities abroad.
Canada and Europe have emerged as the most popular destinations for U.S. scientists seeking stable and supportive research environments.