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2026 Golden Goose Awards Honor The Value Of Basic Science
Original: The Value Of Basic Science Celebrated With The 2026 “Golden Goose” Awards
The 2026 Golden Goose Awards have been announced, honoring research that once seemed obscure but later proved enormously valuable to society. The awards, traditionally presented to scientists whose federally funded curiosity-driven work led to unexpected breakthroughs, continue to champion the case for investing in basic science at a time when research budgets face scrutiny.
Why now: Ongoing debate over science funding keeps attention on awards showcasing how curiosity-driven research pays off
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