Office of Science and Technology Policy

The draft budget includes deep cuts for science funding, hacking more than $5.5 billion from the NIH’s allotment, but historically Congress has not accepted the White House’s proposals.

In a hearing with Senators, meteorologist Kelvin Droegemeier avoided climate change questions by saying it wasn’t his expertise.

The nomination of Kelvin Droegemeier has been met positively by members of the scientific community.

Fall served in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy under President Barack Obama.

In a memo to federal agencies, the administration highlights defense and security, leaves off Earth and climate science, and limits the scope of basic research.