Trump Administration Readies Plans to Dismantle NCAR Research Lab

The Trump administration is developing plans to dismantle parts of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) research lab. These proposals involve relocating key assets and operations. Specifically, the administration intends to transfer NCAR's supercomputer to the University of Wyoming. Additionally, plans are underway to shift the lab's space weather research operations to a private company. The rationale behind these proposed changes and the timeline for implementation remain unclear. These potential shifts could significantly impact the scope and focus of NCAR's research activities.