Is American research safe? Why US officials are zeroing in on the University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is under federal investigation by the US Department of Education after two Chinese scientists linked to its labs were charged with smuggling biological materials. The inquiry focuses on national security concerns and the university's reporting of foreign funding. Officials allege incomplete disclosures and vulnerabilities in research security. The case is part of wider US scrutiny of Chinese involvement in academia. The university has pledged full cooperation, according to the Associated Press.

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