Russia faces international scientific blockade

By Eugene Gerden. Russian science’s isolation is deepening, reflected by dwindling international research cooperation, as well as restrictions on the country’s scientists’ access to imported scientific equipment and western journals. The Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) says that many domestic universities and scientific institutions may face a shortage of research equipment by the end of the year. This is because many firms outside Russia, particularly in the EU, are refusing to supply Russian scientists for fear of falling foul of sanctions. More...