It may not be the most damaging part of the new proposed rules, but the fact that if you want to attend a scientific conference using a grant, you have to get it pre-approved and written into the award is completely bonkers. When we write proposals, we often don't know what conferences will be held.
[White House proposes new rules...](https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/white-house-proposes-new-rules-giving-political-appointees-final-say-on-research-grants/ )
David Ho
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