Trump fires the entire National Science Board

The Trump administration has dismissed the entire National Science Board, which advises the president and Congress on the National Science Foundation. This comes at a time when the NSF is already funding research at historically low levels and experiencing significant delays. The NSF has played a crucial role in developing various technologies, including those used in MRIs and cellphones. This move is seen as a negative development by some lawmakers. Engineers should be aware of potential implications on future research funding.