Trump Targets Indirect Costs in NIH Funding

Send us Fan Mail On Friday, the Trump administration announced a 15% cap on NIH indirect costs, raising important questions about its impact on research funding. Edye Edens breaks down what this means, clarifying that while direct costs like salaries and equipment remain unchanged, the cap affects crucial behind-the-scenes expenses such as lab maintenance, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and compliance. Understanding these distinctions is key as institutions adapt—watch as Edye unpacks the ...