Troy University professor receives grant to research the safety of recycled plastic
Troy University Professor Receives Grant for Plastic Research Professor Ueda from the Chemistry and Physics department has received a grant totaling $534,194 from the National Science Foundation. This funding is aimed at supporting research focused on developing reliable methods for testing recycled plastics for toxic residues and harmful chemicals. The project’s goal is to enhance […]
Insiders Allege Meta Stifled Research on Child Safety
According to reports by the Washington Post, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has allegedly suppressed internal research on the dangers of Virtual Reality (VR) platforms for children. Documents submitted to Congress indicate that Meta’s legal team pressured employees to minimize or even eliminate findings that revealed children might be vulnerable to harassment […]
Supporters urge for cancer research and prevention as funding discussions reach the House
Alabama’s Role in Shaping Federal Cancer Research Funding With the onset of the 2026 Health Budget Bill in the U.S., lawmakers in Alabama, alongside cancer research advocates, are actively working to influence future federal funding for cancer research and prevention. On Monday, the U.S. House Committee on Budget unveiled the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health […]
NIH Plans to Maintain Controversial Viral Research Amid Trump Restrictions
NIH Continues Pandemic Virus Research Despite Executive Order The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is reportedly pressing ahead with the development of a new pandemic virus, despite an executive order issued by President Donald Trump aimed at curbing such research. This information comes from three government sources who asked to remain anonymous to avoid potential […]
Supreme Court allows Trump to halt $783 million in NIH research funding
Supreme Court Lifts Lower Court Ruling on NIH Grants WASHINGTON – On Thursday, the Supreme Court overruled a decision from a lower court, enabling the Trump administration to cut hundreds of millions in funding at the National Institute of Health, which focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues. The ruling was close, with a 5-4 […]
Southern Research celebrates the opening of a $98 million biotech facility in Alabama
On August 12, the grand opening of a new biotechnology center was celebrated, marking a significant development for Southern Research. This facility is set to double the lab capacity of the organization, enhancing its capability to fight chronic diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases. The center, valued at $98 million, represents a renewed commitment from Southern […]
Katie Britt obtains $28.6 million in funding to assist Alabama’s healthcare and research facilities
Alabama Set to Receive Major Funding Boost from Senate Bill Hospitals, universities, and training programs across Alabama might soon benefit from a considerable amount of funding, as the U.S. Senate Budget Committee has moved forward with the 201026 Workers and Education Funding Bill. This package includes over $28.6 million earmarked for spending in Alabama, made […]
Southern Research launches $98 million biotechnology facility, enhancing vital research efforts.
New Biotechnology Center Opens in Birmingham On Tuesday, Alabama celebrated a significant advancement in the realm of science and economy with the inauguration of a $98 million biotechnology center. This project is quite transformative, effectively doubling the lab capabilities of the organization and enhancing efforts against chronic and infectious diseases as well as cancer. Situated […]
Trump unlawfully halted 1,800 NIH medical research grants, according to Congress’ oversight committee.
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) revealed on Tuesday that President Donald Trump’s decision to freeze $8 billion allocated to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) was unlawful. According to the GAO report, Trump failed to spend the funds approved by Congress, violating the Water Storage Control Act, which designates Congress as the authority over […]
Cancer organization addresses concerns over Alabama research funding risks
American Cancer Society Pushes Back Against Proposed Budget Cuts The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is making efforts to challenge proposed budget cuts to cancer research funding. They’ve kicked off a new advertising campaign featuring prominent billboards in Alabama. Recently, the White House Office of Management and Budget suggested a reduction in […]