It’s often impossible to predict if a basic science discovery may one day result in a clinical use. And yet, while pure scientific curiosity may be the primary motivation, most major breakthroughs in ...

DOE Research in Basic Plasma Science and EngineeringPlease see the full solicitation for complete information about the funding opportunity. Below is a summary assembled by the Research & Innovation ...

Questioning these seemingly odd experiments, out of context, poses a serious threat to support for curiosity-driven basic science — the very engine that drives transformative discoveries.

"This mechanistic approach—from basic science through studies of real patients with brain lesions—is needed to fully understand these movement deficits and improve the rehabilitation of stroke ...

Publications 2024 Mitigating Health Disparities in Brain Disorders Starting with Basic Science: Proceedings of a Workshop–in Brief Despite increased attention paid to health equity in recent years, ...

Some science seems silly, but it’s still worthwhile A new book argues basic science can unexpectedly better human lives ...

These have supported basic research discoveries and also the training and career development of the tens of thousands of scientists working on these projects annually.

The 2025 International Congress of Basic Science (ICBS 2025) is heald in Beijing on Sunday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] The progress of fundamental science is not only key to ...

The country has been increasing research funding for decades, but its rigid, time-bound approach to research assessment is stifling basic science.