Proposed OMB Rule Threatens NIH Autonomy Over Emerging Research Risks

By Doni Bloomfield · STAT News · 2026-07-21

Proposed OMB Rule Threatens NIH Autonomy Over Emerging Research Risks

The Office of Management and Budget is moving to finalize a rule that would allow political appointees to vet scientific grants based on their alignment with presidential policy priorities. As reported by STAT News, this shift could dismantle the long-standing collaborative relat

The Office of Management and Budget is moving to finalize a rule that would allow political appointees to vet scientific grants based on their alignment with presidential policy priorities. As reported by STAT News, this shift could dismantle the long-standing collaborative relat