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Nature 440, 8-9 (2 March 2006) | doi:10.1038/440008a; Published online 1 March 2006

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Researchers hope Summers's successor will share passion for science.

The repercussions of Larry Summers's resignation as Harvard president are being felt both within and beyond the university's courtyards. His exit has cast a shadow on plans to promote science at the institution, and highlights the challenges faced by university leaders worldwide.