Germany Urged to Recruit U.S. Scientists as Trump’s Funding Cuts Create Uncertainty

Economist Ulrike Malmendier calls for major investments in German research to attract top talent and shift global scientific leadership.

President Trump's research funding cuts have raised concerns about scientific freedom and stability in the U.S., prompting many researchers to consider leaving.
German economist Ulrike Malmendier sees this as an opportunity for Germany to attract leading U.S.-based scientists and strengthen its global scientific standing.
Malmendier draws historical parallels to the 1930s, suggesting Germany could reverse the trend that saw the U.S. rise as a global leader in science.
She emphasizes the need for significant investments in Germany's research infrastructure, particularly in fields like artificial intelligence, biosciences, and climate technology.
Malmendier warns that Trump's policies may harm diversity and equality in science, with potentially devastating consequences for innovation and the economy.