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New Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago Will Engineer Technologies To Measure Human Biology

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) announced the launch of a new biomedical research hub in Chicago, Illinois that will bring together leading scientific and technology institutions with the goal of solving grand scientific challenges on a 10- to 15-year time horizon. Read the full announcement here.

ByJason MaierMarch 2, 20230Comments

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Announcing the 2023 Sloan Research Fellows

The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation recently announced the recipients of the 2023 Sloan Research Fellowships. Awarded annually since 1955, the fellowships support innovative researchers in the fields of chemistry, computer science, Earth system science, economics, mathematics, neuroscience, and physics. Read the full announcement here.

ByJason MaierFebruary 27, 20230Comments

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WoodNext Foundation awards $14.3 million for inflammation research

A $14.3 million award from Alliance member the WoodNext Foundation will expand research at the University of Pittsburgh to identify causes of inflammation that lead to heart disease and dementia, two of the most costly, deadly and pervasive health problems in the United States.

ByJason MaierFebruary 15, 20230Comments

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Science Philanthropy Alliance Welcomes Two New External Science Advisors

The Science Philanthropy Alliance today announced the addition of two external science advisors. Margaret Leinen, Ph.D., and Carla J. Shatz, Ph.D., will join the Alliance’s existing cadre of distinguished external science advisors in advancing the organization’s mission to expand philanthropic support for discovery science.“We are excited to have Margaret and Carla join our team…

ByJason MaierFebruary 6, 20230Comments

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Simons Foundation providing support to researchers in Ukraine

Alliance member the Simons Foundation has announced its support of 405 Ukrainian mathematicians, biologists, physicists, and chemists who remain in Ukraine. In total, the foundation will award more than $1.2 million in funding over 12 months. Read the full announcement here, and the New York Times' profile of this important work here.

ByJason MaierJanuary 25, 20230Comments

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Heising-Simons Foundation names Sushma Raman next president and CEO

Alliance member the Heising-Simons Foundation has named Sushma Raman its new president and CEO. Raman is an interdisciplinary and experienced philanthropic leader, currently the executive director of the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy. She brings over two decades of experience launching, scaling, and leading social justice and philanthropic programs and collaboratives, including helping build…

ByJason MaierJanuary 17, 20230Comments

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Nature: How philanthropy can nurture your research

In a recent feature, the publication Nature recently noted the work of the Science Philanthropy Alliance and highlighted the broader importance of philanthropy to the research enterprise. The outlet spoke with four scientists about philanthropic funding they've secured and how it has supported their work. Read the full story here.

ByJason MaierJanuary 13, 20230Comments

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Lyda Hill awarded the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy

Alliance member Lyda Hill will be honored with the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy, which recognizes innovative philanthropists for their contributions to solving global challenges. Among Hill's many accomplishments as a philanthropist, she was an early donor to the work that would yield Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine. Read more here about Hill's work and this year's winners…

ByJason MaierAugust 8, 20220Comments

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Introducing the Alliance’s new strategic plan

I'm pleased to share the Alliance's new strategic plan, which marks the culmination of a year of dedicated effort by the Alliance’s staff, Advisory Board, and members. It charts a path for the organization over the next five years toward a world that increasingly supports and realizes the full benefit of scientific discovery. Our mission…

ByJason MaierJune 30, 20220Comments

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Theoretical physicist Dr. Frank Wilczek wins 2022 Templeton Prize

The Templeton Prize, which is administered by Alliance member the John Templeton Foundation, today announced Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist Dr. Frank Wilczek as its 2022 winner. The organization notes that Wilczek's "boundary-pushing investigations into the fundamental laws of nature have transformed our understanding of the forces that govern our universe." Valued at more than $1.3…

ByJason MaierMay 11, 20220Comments

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National Academies Add Philanthropists to Their Long-Standing Brain Trust of Government, University, and Industry Leaders

Science Philanthropy Alliance 2023 Annual Report

In Tribute: Jim Simons

The Dana Foundation—At the Vanguard of Neuroscience & Society

GUIRR Webinar: Including Philanthropy in the Research Funding Conversation

Prebys Foundation Announces $7 Million “Prebys Research Heroes” Program to Improve Medical Research through Diversity

Is Data the Cure for Advancing Scientific Discovery? Part Two

Is Data the Cure for Advancing Scientific Discovery? How Philanthropic Investment in Open Data Platforms Can Advance Science

Harlow Shapley: From a Brilliant Man Dedicated to Science to a Brilliant Scientist Devoted to Man

The Science Philanthropy Alliance Congratulates The Brinson Foundation on the Launch of The Brinson Exploration Hub at Caltech

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New Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago Will Engineer Technologies To Measure Human Biology

Announcing the 2023 Sloan Research Fellows

WoodNext Foundation awards $14.3 million for inflammation research

Science Philanthropy Alliance Welcomes Two New External Science Advisors

Simons Foundation providing support to researchers in Ukraine

Heising-Simons Foundation names Sushma Raman next president and CEO

Nature: How philanthropy can nurture your research

Lyda Hill awarded the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy

Introducing the Alliance’s new strategic plan

Theoretical physicist Dr. Frank Wilczek wins 2022 Templeton Prize

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