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The Dana Foundation—At the Vanguard of Neuroscience & Society

By Rose-Marie BrandweinScience Philanthropy Alliance members are often at the vanguard of science discovery, funding unique programs and fields that have great potential for finding cures or addressing societal ills. One such member is the Dana Foundation, founded in 1950 with a focus on supporting higher education and health research. Most notable among its…
August 8, 20240Comments

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GUIRR Webinar: Including Philanthropy in the Research Funding Conversation

The research funding landscape is evolving. We are seeing shifts in the balance of funding coming from different sectors, as well as the emergence of both new opportunities and potential inequities. These areas were topics of discussion during a June 4 webinar hosted by the Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable (GUIRR), the oldest roundtable of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering,…
August 1, 20240Comments

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Exploring Philanthropy’s Role in Bridging Science, Ethics, and Policy – Members’ Meeting May 7-8, 2024, New York City

Thought-provoking topics introduced by various panelists set the stage for robust and stimulating conversations at the Science Philanthropy Alliance bi-annual Members’ Meeting in New York City on May 7-8th. Alliance President France Córdova welcomed an enthusiastic group of over 100 participants, a record number of attendees. Members were eager to engage with and listen to experts who shared…
July 24, 20240Comments

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

The Science Philanthropy Alliance congratulates the Prebys Foundation on its long-standing commitment to San Diegans. The creation and implementation of its Research Heroes Award Program illustrates the significant impact an organization can make in addressing the needs of underrepresented groups.   These medical researchers are exemplary models of scientific research, mentorship, and leadership, and we applaud…
May 2, 20240Comments

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

By Bishakha Mona In this first part of a two-part article, the Alliance looks at a powerful new funding opportunity—open data platforms. We examine the potential and pitfalls of investing in these platforms and how they might influence finding cures at a faster pace.   Open data has long been a wilderness which many are…
April 8, 20240Comments

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

By Deborah Shapley, Editor and PI, Harlow Shapley Project    Harlow Shapley (1885-1972) was a giant of twentieth century astronomy. In 1918 he proved that our Milky Way galaxy was watch-shaped with a dense center in Sagittarius and our solar system near the edge. His displacement of Copernicus’ heliocentric universe was the foremost of many contributions…
March 29, 20240Comments

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

For Immediate Release Contact: Rose-Marie Brandwein 917-923-8105New York, New York – The Science Philanthropy Alliance extends its congratulations to The Brinson Foundation on their generous donation of $100 million to Caltech to seed the Brinson Exploration Hub. The Brinson Exploration Hub will convene scientists and engineers from Caltech’s campus and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which…
March 23, 20240Comments

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Emily Bolton Joins the Science Philanthropy Alliance as Chief Operating Officer

For Immediate Release Contact: Rose-Marie Brandwein 917-923-8105New York, New York – The Science Philanthropy Alliance (Alliance) is pleased to announce that Emily Bolton has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief of Staff (COS) effective March 4th. Bolton comes to the Alliance after most recently serving as Executive Vice President of the Volcker Alliance, a…
February 29, 20240Comments

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