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Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Trump administration strikes deal with Brown University to restore funding
Brown University has cut a deal with the Trump administration to restore research grant funding to the school, in exchange for commitments on women's sports, antisemitism and admissions practices and a promise to donate $50 million to workforce development programs. The Rhode Island-based school is now the third Ivy League university to reach a deal with the administration, which has lashed out at a range of colleges. Columbia University agreed to pay the federal government a $200 million settlement earlier this month, and the University of Pennsylvania reached a deal with the government over transgender athletes. Brown announced the deal in a statement Wednesday and shared a copy of a nine-page agreement with the federal government. The Department of Education also confirmed in a statement that it had struck a deal with Brown. Under the terms of the three-year deal released by Brown, the federal government agreed to restore frozen Health and Human Services grants to the school and close pending federal non-discrimination investigations into the university. The school said Wednesday it has lost dozens of federal grants and hasn't been reimbursed for over $50 million in expenses related to National Institutes of Health grants — and that total is growing by over $3 million a week. In exchange for the end to the grant freeze, Brown agreed to pay $50 million to local workforce programs over the next decade. It also promised to provide female student-athletes with locker rooms "strictly separated on the basis of sex," define male and female for athletic purposes in a way that's consistent with President Trump's executive orders and not offer gender-affirming medical care to minors. Brown also said it will not promote "unlawful DEI goals," would commission a campus survey that asks about — among other things — issues of antisemitism and give the government access to admissions and discrimination complaint data. The school promised not to offer racial preferences in admissions — though the Supreme Court previously barred affirmative action policies in 2023. The agreement says Brown did not admit to wrongdoing and "expressly denies liability regarding the United States' allegations," and specifies that the government does not have the "authority to dictate Brown's curriculum or the content of academic speech." In a message to the school community, Brown President Christina Paxson also says Brown will not promise to make any direct payments to the government. She described it as a voluntary agreement. Paxson says Brown was under "threat" — Ed. Secretary assails "woke" policies In her message, Paxson argued that many parts of Wednesday's agreement line up with commitments Brown had already made to "ensure compliance with federal laws prohibiting discrimination." She said the provisions on gender and sports are "consistent with NCAA requirements and Brown's current policies," and the government is already entitled to ask for demographic data. She also noted that the agreement doesn't define the term "unlawful DEI." But the university president noted that some parts of the deal stemmed from "priorities of the federal administration in resolving the funding freeze." She said the school "took great care to balance these interests with the core needs of the institution." Paxson said the deal "preserves the integrity of Brown's academic foundation, and it enables us as a community to move forward after a period of considerable uncertainty." She wrote that the school's mission was "under threat" from financially painful grant cancellations and a "growing push for government intrusion into the fundamental academic operations of colleges and universities." In a statement, Education Secretary Linda McMahon said the administration is "successfully reversing the decades-long woke-capture of our nation's higher education institutions," and pointed to the agreement's measures on antisemitism and women's sports. "Because of the Trump Administration's resolution agreement with Brown University, aspiring students will be judged solely on their merits, not their race or sex," she wrote. The White House called the deal a "historic settlement with Brown University to restore fairness, merit, and safety in higher education." Watch: Hawaii Gov. Josh Green gives update on tsunami warning Forensics expert analysis of Jeffrey Epstein jail video contradicts government's claims Russia reacts to Trump's new deadline on Ukraine ceasefire Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
21 hours ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Trump administration strikes deal with Brown University to restore funding
Brown University has cut a deal with the Trump administration to restore research grant funding to the school, in exchange for commitments on women's sports, antisemitism and admissions practices and a promise to donate $50 million to workforce development programs. The Rhode Island-based school is now the second Ivy League university to reach a deal with the administration, which has lashed out at a range of colleges. Columbia University agreed to pay the federal government a $200 million settlement earlier this month. Brown announced the deal in a statement Wednesday and shared a copy of a nine-page agreement with the federal government. The Department of Education also confirmed in a statement that it had struck a deal with Brown. Under the terms of the three-year deal released by Brown, the federal government agreed to restore frozen Health and Human Services grants to the school and close pending federal non-discrimination investigations into the university. Meanwhile, Brown agreed to pay $50 million to local workforce programs over the next decade. It also promised to provide female student-athletes with locker rooms "strictly separated on the basis of sex," define male and female for athletic purposes in a way that's consistent with President Trump's executive orders, commission a campus survey that asks about — among other things — issues of antisemitism and give the government access to admissions and discrimination complaint data. The agreement says Brown did not admit to wrongdoing and "expressly denies liability regarding the United States' allegations," and specifies that the government does not have the "authority to dictate Brown's curriculum or the content of academic speech." In a message to the school community, Brown President Christina Paxson also says Brown will not promise to make any direct payments to the government. She described it as a voluntary agreement.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Did the Defense Dept. cancel a grant to Harvard, then pay it anyway?
A new court filing Tuesday shed some light on an unusual wrinkle in the U.S. government's fight with Harvard University. Harvard previously claimed the U.S. Department of Defense had terminated a $3.4 million grant for important research into biological threats, despite pleas from an official to maintain the grant for national security purposes — but then asked for work to continue and paid the grant anyway. A Defense Department official issued a court statement this week saying the grant — supporting research for the 'AMPHORA' program, which stands for Assured Microbial Preservation in Harsh or Remote Areas — wasn't canceled after all. That's even though it was included in a list of terminated Harvard grants released in May. Efstathia Fragogiannis is director of the contracts management office with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in the Department of Defense. Fragogiannis wrote that in the days following a May 12 letter to Harvard announcing the cancellation of that grant and many others, DARPA officials sought and received an exemption for the grant for reasons of national security. 'On May 21, 2025, May 22, 2025, and June 27, 2025, DARPA informed Harvard via email that the agreement remains active and that it should continue to perform work on the AMPHORA project,' Fragogiannis wrote. 'As such, Harvard has continued to perform work pursuant to that agreement, for which DARPA has paid, including the July 8, 2025, payment for work performed from May 1 to 31.' Harvard had claimed the request for continued work and the payment it received were evidence that 'reinforces' its court argument that 'the government's categorical terminations of research funding were arbitrary and capricious.' Harvard had said in a court filing they inquired with the federal government about whether the AMPHORA grant is in fact still active, but they haven't received a response. In a filing released Tuesday, the government argued that 'Harvard's grants were ultimately terminated because of Harvard's categorical refusal to respond to the Government's concerns' over antisemitism. A Harvard University spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The court filings come as part of an ongoing lawsuit in which Harvard disputes cancellation of billions of dollars of funding by the U.S. government. It's one of two lawsuits the university has against the Trump administration, the other relating to its ability to accept foreign students. More Harvard University news Trump admin invokes Civil Rights Act in argument for Harvard funding cuts Harvard extends hiring freeze, says Trump actions could cost school $1B a year Trump admin halted Harvard grant, but Defense Dept. still paid it, court docs say A reckoning: Trump's attacks are inspiring self-reflection in higher ed Read the original article on MassLive. Solve the daily Crossword
The Independent
18-07-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Lupita Nyong'o opens up about health diagnosis
Lupita Nyong'o has spoken out about her experience with uterine fibroids during Fibroid Awareness Month. Nyong'o discovered she had the non-cancerous growths in 2014, the same year she won her Oscar, and underwent surgery to remove 30 fibroids. She highlighted that while some individuals are asymptomatic, others suffer debilitating symptoms such as heavy bleeding and pain, noting the condition's high prevalence, particularly among Black women. Nyong'o criticized the normalization of female pain and called for increased societal discussion, early education, better screening, and comprehensive research into women's reproductive health. She has joined Democratic congresswomen and senators to introduce legislative bills aimed at expanding research funding, improving early detection, and increasing public awareness for uterine fibroids, also partnering on a research grant.
Khaleej Times
11-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Gulf Medical University launches second cycle of Dh3 million Thumbay Research Grant
In a bold step to propel global medical research and healthcare innovation, Thumbay Group—through its academic flagship Gulf Medical University (GMU)—has launched the Second Cycle of the Thumbay International Research Grant 2025/26. With a total allocation of Dh3 million, the grant reaffirms Thumbay Group's commitment to empowering research that transforms lives, strengthens healthcare systems, and addresses real-world challenges. This initiative invites visionary researchers from around the world to submit proposals that are rooted in innovation, evidence-based methodology, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The focus areas include some of the most critical frontiers in healthcare: precision oncology, drug discovery, AI applications in medicine, public health, healthcare systems and health economics, veterinary medicine, and innovation in medical education. The grant serves as a powerful platform that connects scientific discovery with societal progress. It is designed to nurture research that delivers tangible outcomes in patient care, medical education, and the integration of technology in healthcare systems. At its core lies a belief in the transformative power of ideas. Through this initiative, we are investing in visionary minds and trailblazers whose work will shape the future of medicine and spark the next generation of breakthroughs. Commenting on the announcement, Dr Thumbay Moideen, founder president of Thumbay Group, said: 'Through this grant, we are investing to make Gulf Medical University a leading research-based university and UAE to be a hub for research and innovation. In the next two years, we hope to increase the grant amount to Dh10 million.' Echoing the founder's vision, Prof. Manda Venkatramana, acting chancellor at GMU, added: 'Our goal is to create an ecosystem where research is not confined to the lab but extended into clinics and communities, making an impact on patient outcomes. With over 100 leading industry partners, GMU is proud to serve as the launchpad for innovation with purpose." This initiative by Thumbay Group once again places the UAE at the heart of global efforts to foster cutting-edge research, proving that when visionary leadership meets purpose-driven science, the possibilities are limitless. Gulf Medical University is one of the region's leading academic health centers, known for its innovation-driven medical education and global collaborations. With over 90 nationalities represented on campus and partnerships with more than 60 universities worldwide, GMU is committed to shaping future healthcare leaders. Proposals are now being accepted, with a submission deadline of November 30, 2025. Interested researchers can visit:
