Esme Stallard
Appearances
Global News Podcast
Moscow says West "fragmenting" over Ukraine
Agitation has been growing among fellows of the Royal Society over Elon Musk's behaviour towards the scientific community.
Global News Podcast
Moscow says West "fragmenting" over Ukraine
They've claimed his actions, which include his role in funding cuts for US government scientific research, censorship of climate change issues and attacks on the former US chief medical advisor and society fellow Anthony Fauci, amount to a breach of the organisation's code of conduct. The society has investigated Mr Musk twice before and opted for no action.
Global News Podcast
Moscow says West "fragmenting" over Ukraine
But after two fellows resigned and more than 3,300 scientists put their names to a letter expressing deep concern, it's been forced to call what's being described as an unprecedented meeting. Not all fellows are supportive of Mr Musk's expulsion. Some are concerned it could be seen as political interference. The meeting is private and it's unclear if any decision will be made public.