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Trump slump? Attendance plummets at some science meetings, but others hold steady: Amid travel bans, a government shutdown, and funding crunches, 2025 was a turbulent year for U.S. scientific societies.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Langin, Katie 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the challenges faced by U.S. scientific societies in 2025, particularly regarding attendance at annual conferences amid political and funding issues. The Entomological Society of America held its annual meeting in Portland, Oregon, during a tumultuous period marked by a government shutdown and protests, resulting in a slight decline in attendance, primarily from federal employees. Other scientific societies reported similar trends, with some experiencing attendance drops of up to 30%, raising concerns about financial stability and membership revenue. Despite these challenges, many attendees reported positive experiences at the conferences, highlighting the importance of community discussions on pressing issues in the scientific field. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191263864
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