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May 4, 2025

UK aims to lure foreign talent as Trump cracks down on universities

The scheme will aim to bring about 10 teams of researchers to the UK, with a view to expand if successful

Martin Coulter

2 min read

The UK is readying a new scheme designed to attract top international research talent, just as US president Donald Trump cracks down on academic freedom in his own country.

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Martin Coulter

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