Sue Merrilees, Science Philanthropy AllianceRemarks have been edited and condensed for clarity and brevityRecently, I spoke with Nobel laureate Tom Cech, an External Science Advisor to…
By Elyse A. Hope, Strategic Initiative ManagerThe Science Philanthropy Alliance is celebrating ten years of service toward its mission of advancing scientific discovery through visionary philanthropy. In an…
Alliance member Jim Simons, co-founder of the Simons Foundation, who recently passed away at the age of 86 is remembered for his work as a mathematician, hedge fund pioneer, investor,…
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…
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…
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…
By Bishakha Mona “Above all else show the data.” - Edward R. Tufte Philanthropies recognize that scientists working together, who are not hampered by research silos, distance, technology…
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…
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…
