On May 23, President Trump issued an executive order titled “Restoring Gold Standard Science,” which emphasized important scientific issues like reproducibility and conflicts of interest, presenting a surprisingly reasonable approach to basic scientific practices. However, concerns arose regarding the implementation of the order, as demonstrated by FDA Commissioner Marty Makary’s recent comments about restricting COVID-19 vaccine access for pregnant individuals, despite evidence from studies involving over 1.8 million women showing the vaccine’s safety and effectiveness. This situation illustrates the potential dangers of the order’s execution and highlights its inherent challenges.
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Road to Battlefield: Central Eurasia’s largest startup competition in history sends four winners to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield
The startup ecosystem in Central Eurasia is gaining momentum, marked by a significant pitch competition that attracted 485 applications from 27 countries, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, and India. This event showcases the region's burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit and diverse talent, positioning it as a notable player in the global startup landscape. Want More Context? 🔎
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