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University of Leicester set to cut all pure maths professors
Original: University of Leicester to make redundant all pure math professors (2021)
The University of Leicester has moved to make redundant all of its professors of pure mathematics, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from mathematicians and academics who see it as a serious blow to fundamental research in the UK. Critics argue the cuts prioritise financially profitable subjects over basic science and could damage the department's reputation and teaching.
Why now: People are alarmed that a British university would eliminate an entire pure mathematics professoriate, seeing it as a warning sign for the future of fundamental research.
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- University of Leicester to make redundant all pure math professors (2021) · E-Reverance · 24
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