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How Crowdfunding Backers React to Misconduct

Imagine carefully choosing a project to support on a crowdfunding platform, only to discover later that the fundraiser misused funds. The frustration you’d likely feel is not just personal but part of a larger, predictable pattern driven by a psychological phenomenon known as reactance. This week, we explore how potential backers respond to fundraisers’ misconduct […]

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The Future of Science Funding: Will Innovation Survive the Shift?

America has long been a global leader in science and innovation, but the upcoming administration could reshape how we fund and support scientific research. The policies outlined in the 2025 Mandate for Leadership signal a dramatic shift in the priorities for federal science funding. For researchers, students, and even the general public, these changes could […]

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