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2023 was a year of intense activity for the Science Philanthropy Alliance marked by the achievement of key milestones such as influencing over $500 million toward basic science research initiatives, executing our first major thought leadership effort, the Science Philanthropy Indicators Report, presenting at key forums such as the Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable, and more. Our greatest accomplishment is that we…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
New York, New York – The Science Philanthropy Alliance congratulates Alliance member Prebys Foundation for awarding over $30 million in grants in its four program areas: Visual and Performing Arts, Youth Success, Healthcare, and Medical Research to organizations throughout San Diego County.
Within the field of medical research, the foundation made 14 grants totaling $7…
Palo Alto, California – The Science Philanthropy Alliance is pleased to announce that the Prebys Foundation has joined its growing network of philanthropic organizations committed to advancing scientific discovery for the benefit of society and the planet. The Alliance, founded in 2013 with six members, now includes 37 members.“An important part of our work at…
The Science Philanthropy Alliance congratulates two pioneers in medical research on their well-deserved Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine, Drs. Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman. The Nobel “for their discoveries concerning nucleoside base modifications that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19” brought to fruition the vast potential that pioneering research in DNA…