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Nature 413, 237-239 (20 September 2001) | doi:10.1038/35095167

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Scientists react to attacks with shock and fears for the future

The horrific events of 11 September in New York and Washington have left scientists — in common with people from all walks of life — struggling to comprehend the brutality involved, and deeply worried about the potential consequences. Although shock and grief remain the dominant emotions, scientific leaders are already asking if the political, economic and security landscape will now shift in ways that make it impossible to adopt a 'business-as-usual' approach to research.