According to AAU's Emily Miller, reductions in PhD cohort sizes due to funding cuts and other disruptions to science "will have direct negative implications for our nation's scientific standing."
Is college a good investment for most students? According to an April 2025 study, a college education offers a 12.5% rate of return for the typical graduate — a rate that is “well above the threshold for a sound investment.”
A recent study shows that college students and recent alumni feel much more positive than the general public about their campus experiences and find their degrees well worthwhile.
Researchers at @ucsandiego.bsky.social are helping farmers use “precision agriculture,” an approach that employs advanced sensors, networking and artificial intelligence to help growers make more informed decisions.
According to data from NSF, universities contributed $30.2 billion of their own funds to research in FY24 – at least $7.07 billion of which went to cover essential research costs known as F&A. www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
Texas A&M University recently announced two affordability initiatives: a freeze of undergraduate tuition and fees through the 2026-27 academic year and free tuition for families with up to $100,000 in income and assets. Learn more:
America's research influence is eroding as China rapidly gains ground.
According to Clarivate, the share of Highly Cited Researchers based in the U.S. has fallen from 53% to 37% since 2014, while China's share rose significantly.
Each year, America’s research universities generate thousands of patents – an important step in moving discoveries from university labs to the marketplace.
A summit hosted by DOE brought together research university and science philanthropy leaders to begin developing a vision for success for the Genesis Mission, a national initiative focused on harnessing artificial intelligence.
University of South Florida's Institute of Applied Engineering developed a device that helps military technology used for preventing IED explosions work properly.
A new French initiative has recruited 46 scientists, 41 of whom had been working in the United States. Deep cuts to federal funding and proposed policy changes have forced many U.S.-based scientists to consider an exit strategy.
Ozempic and Wegovy have fast become household names. But did you know these drugs have their origins in federally-funded university research?
Colleges prioritized making education more accessible and supporting world-class research despite declining returns on endowment funds and fewer donations, according to data from NACUBO.
President of Georgia Tech Ángel Cabrera – himself a former international student – explains the importance of international talent to the U.S. and how restrictive new immigration policies could divert this talent to China.
84% of Americans, including three out of four Republicans, think that U.S. government investments in scientific research aimed at advancing knowledge are worthwhile. www.pewresearch.org/science/2026...
Is college a good investment for most students? According to an April 2025 study, a college education offers a 12.5% rate of return for the typical graduate — a rate that is “well above the threshold for a sound investment.”
Congress wrapped up its FY26 science and education funding bills, rejecting proposed draconian cuts to federal research investments.
An update on the legal action by AAU, American Council on Education, and Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) contesting DOD cuts to F&A rates:
"To remain the world’s leaders in innovation and discovery, American universities need to provide the latest in research space, administrative oversight, and equipment management to their researchers."
More on the importance of indirect cost reimbursements: www.the-scientist.com/indirect-cos...
The April 2025 policy that cut the indirect cost reimbursement rate to 15% for colleges and universities is no longer in effect, the Department of Energy announced – a win for America's research ecosystem that makes discoveries on behalf of all Americans. www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
Data from NSF reveals that universities invested $30.2 billion of their own funds in campus-based research and development in FY24. ncses.nsf.gov/surveys/high...
Congratulations to USC's new president, Beong-Soo Kim! AAU looks forward to working with him to support the next generation of university research that will make Americans healthier, wealthier, and more secure.
"The unnecessary damage being imposed on America’s scientific innovation ecosystem is a disaster for our country and a boon to competitor nations – and especially to China," writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
"International education is a strategic asset for American students, employers and the economy." Justin Schwartz highlights how international students fuel innovation, drive the economy, and strengthen our workforce.
"We thank Congress … for ensuring continued support for all the costs associated with advancing American science, and for continuing to engage with the JAG on the FAIR model."
A team at the University at Buffalo successfully performed an airway-opening surgery on an eighteen-year-old patient with sleep apnea.
"We commend lawmakers for their bipartisan commitment to approving a budget that recognizes the indispensable role of science and education in improving the lives of all Americans."
Beginning with students entering in fall 2026, Yale will offer free tuition to families with incomes below $200,000. Read more about how Yale is making a high-quality education affordable to families from all backgrounds:
