Aix-Marseille University welcomes American scientists fleeing cuts

Aix-Marseille University in France has launched the "Safe Space for Science" initiative to support American scientists affected by funding cuts from the Trump administration. The university is prepared to welcome around 40 researchers from prestigious US institutions. These scientists, including those from Stanford and Yale, focus on various topics such as health, climate change, and social sciences. The initiative aims to provide a stable environment for their research amid increasing restrictions in the US. This development marks a significant shift, as Aix-Marseille University actively seeks to attract talent from the US academic community facing challenges due to recent policy changes.