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Funding for basic research disappears in a wave of populism

Robert Bolton
Robert BoltonEducation editor

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Scientists and universities are warning that money for basic scientific research is running short as governments pump money into projects that have easily recognised benefits.

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Robert Bolton is the Education editor. He covers primary and secondary education, universities and training. Connect with Robert on Twitter. Email Robert at rbolton@afr.com

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