Impact of Funding Restrictions

Funding Restrictions and Sequestration

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SfN is committed to communicating the scientific and economic impact of sequestration cuts and seeks the help of SfN members who have been impacted by these cuts. Please complete the form below to share the impact and negative consequences of funding cuts on your lab and research. When reporting, please consider the broader impacts of these cuts, especially in terms of scientific advances which may remain undiscovered.

This information may be made publicly available as a part of SfN’s advocacy activities, but we will not attach your name to any information collected. Thank you.

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* 1. Demographic information (This information will not be used publicly.)

Name: *

Institution:

State/Province:

ZIP/Postal Code:

Email Address: *

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* 2. How has sequestration impacted your work? Give specific examples of scientific research left undone, missed opportunities for advancement, and potential discoveries postponed because of sequestration-related budget cuts. (100 words max)

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* 3. Because of sequestration, will your lab delay or cancel purchases of new equipment, technology, or tools?

Yes

If yes, please describe. (20 words max)

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* 4. How many jobs will sequestration cause to be eliminated in your lab? This can include summer undergraduate jobs.

5+ (please specify)