Cancellation of NIH Grants by DOGE
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cancelled several grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including funding for programs related to pregnancy prevention for transgender boys and cannabis use in sexual minority gender diverse individuals. Led by Elon Musk, DOGE also stopped grants for transgender experiments on animals.
Key Points
- Cancellation of grants for pregnancy prevention programs for transgender boys
- Cessation of funding for cannabis use studies in sexual minority gender diverse individuals
- End of grants for social networks research among black and Latino sexual minority men
Pros
- Scrutiny of grants and funding allocation for potentially controversial programs.
Cons
- Potential impact on research and studies related to LGBTQ+ health and social issues.