Quebec universities demand funds to recruit U.S. researchers
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:20 pm
In a bid to boost their research capabilities, Quebec universities are urging both provincial and federal governments to release much-needed funds for recruiting American researchers. Officials describe the move as a blend of opportunity and solidarity, aiming to secure a competitive edge in the global academic arena.
Bluesky: @lapresse.ca
Par « opportunité » et « devoir de solidarité », les universités québécoises sont prêtes à ouvrir leurs portes aux chercheurs touchés par les restrictions imposées par l’administration Trump. Mais l’occasion pourrait leur « glisser entre les doigts », sans l’aide rapide de Québec et Ottawa.
Les recteurs de trois universités québécoises pressent Québec et Ottawa de débloquer des fonds à cette fin.
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