Romanian Research Directors' Salaries Exceed Donald Trump's

Romanian Research Institutes: Where Directors Earn More Than Trump In Romania, a recent investigation has uncovered a shocking disparity in salaries within research institutes. Some directors earn significantly more than the former US President, Donald Trump, while many facilities crumble due to underfunding. The News Man's report highlights this contrast, visiting various institutes across the country. At the Institute of Solid Mechanics, the director, Tudor Sireteanu, confirmed a campaign of improvements, stating, "There has been an extraordinary campaign in this institute." However, the reporter also shows the stark reality of neglected buildings, with one institute appearing abandoned. An employee at another institute, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their frustration, saying, "I'm upset because I want to work, not just be a prop for a news report." The report underscores that Romania allocated only 1 billion lei to research last year—the lowest amount in the EU. This raises concerns about the future of scientific advancement in the country. The contrast between excessive salaries and insufficient funding for research is a problem that needs immediate attention. The report ends with a call for transparency and accountability in the allocation of research funds.