Research from Stanford demonstrates that eliminating air pollution is more effective for slowing global warming than carbon capture technology, suggesting a preference for a transition to renewable energy sources. By 2050, countries could potentially reduce energy needs by 54% and cut power costs by 60%, while also preventing millions of illnesses and deaths attributed to air pollution.

In response to staffing cuts in the U.S. Government under President Trump, European countries such as France and Germany are planning recruitment initiatives aimed at attracting displaced researchers. Twelve governments have stressed the importance of a program to draw in talent affected by U.S. funding reductions. French Research Minister Philippe Baptiste has called for an "attractivity boom" to welcome scientists who feel threatened in the U.S. He highlighted initiatives, including the Free University Brussels, which is offering positions for international researchers.