Nature, Published online: 02 July 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02088-1 New leader of the National Academy of Sciences Neil Shubin warns: ‘a society that loses science loses the future’.
The incoming head of the US National Academy of Sciences is articulating a strong commitment to scientific research, indicating a potential policy emphasis during a period of global technological competition.
A renewed and vocal commitment from a leading scientific body head signals potential shifts in US science funding and policy, which are crucial for maintaining leadership in foundational and applied research.
This statement indicates a potential prioritization of scientific research funding and policy influence within the US, aiming to prevent a decline in innovation and global competitiveness.
- · US scientific community
- · Research institutions
- · Foundational science sectors
- · Advanced technology industries
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Increased funding and strategic support for US-based scientific research initiatives are likely to follow.
This could lead to accelerated breakthroughs in various scientific fields, impacting national security and economic growth.
Other nations may feel pressure to increase their own 'double down' on science to compete, leading to a global research arms race.
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