Without objection, the administration has also canceled more than $10 million in grants to the University of Wisconsin. This means fewer jobs for Wisconsinites, fewer young scientists launching their careers at a time when The average age for receiving [their] first research project grant is already in the mid-40s. It means delaying research into life saving cures and treatment. So I'd like to ask Dr. Parikh and Dr. Sleckman, what are the long term implications of these actions on the next generation of scientists, on research institutions, and on America's leadership in biomedical innovation. (01:15–01:23)
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