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1H. Holden Thorp Editor-in-Chief, Science journals.
Science (New York, N.Y.)
|May 25, 2023
Summary
US National Institutes of Health (NIH) personnel actions disrupted research careers, primarily affecting Chinese scientists. Lack of transparency from the NIH has damaged trust and hindered international scientific collaborations.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical research ethics
- International scientific collaboration
- Research integrity
Background:
- A March Science news story highlighted five cases where US National Institutes of Health (NIH) personnel actions disrupted or ended the careers of researchers, predominantly of Chinese descent.
- These actions have raised concerns about fairness and due process within the NIH.
- The lack of public explanation and documentation fuels speculation and mistrust.
Discussion:
- The NIH's opaque approach to personnel actions has eroded trust within the scientific community.
- International research collaborations, particularly with China, have been negatively impacted.
- Concerns exist regarding the potential for bias and the chilling effect on scientific exchange.
Key Insights:
- NIH personnel actions have disproportionately affected researchers of Chinese descent.
- Insufficient transparency by the NIH has led to a breakdown of trust.
- Scientific collaboration is being jeopardized due to these unresolved issues.
Outlook:
- Urgent need for the NIH to improve transparency and accountability in personnel actions.
- Recommendations for clearer guidelines and public documentation of investigations.
- Potential for rebuilding trust and fostering continued international scientific partnerships.
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