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Humberto J Debat^1,2

¹Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA), Córdoba, Argentina.

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Politicians in Argentina and the US are cutting science funding. A similar crisis was averted in the Netherlands, prompting questions on how scientists should respond to these threats.

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basic research careers in science early-career researchers none point of view politics science science funding

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Political Science
Science Policy
Sociology of Science

Background:

* Declining public funding for science and dismantling of scientific institutions are occurring in several countries.
* Ideological motivations are driving these political actions, impacting scientific research and infrastructure.
* The Netherlands faced a potential crisis, but a government collapse provided a temporary reprieve.

Purpose of the Study:

* To analyze the impact of political interference on scientific institutions.
* To explore the ideological reasons behind reduced science funding.
* To propose strategies for the scientific community to address such crises.

Main Methods:

* Comparative analysis of science policy in Argentina, the United States, and the Netherlands.
* Examination of political discourse and institutional changes related to science funding.
* Case study approach focusing on the recent political events in the Netherlands.

Main Results:

* Evidence of systematic reduction in science funding and institutional dismantling in Argentina and the US.
* Identification of ideological underpinnings influencing science policy decisions.
* The Dutch situation highlights the vulnerability of science to political instability.

Conclusions:

* The scientific community must develop proactive strategies to counter political threats.
* Increased public engagement and advocacy are crucial for protecting scientific integrity.
* International collaboration can strengthen resilience against science policy crises.