CERN is revoking access for 500 Russian scientists over the Ukraine war, cutting them off from key facilities. But experts say the move is a major setback for Russian science, and is fueling brain drain. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Pierre Albouy/ReutersTriggering a Russian brain drainScientific experts, including several with working ties to CERN, spoke about the consequences to Russia and the wider scientific community. Advertisement"The relationship with Russian scientists has always been very strong because they have a very long and very good reputation in particle physics," Grimes said.

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