The Science Philanthropy Alliance works to increase philanthropic support for basic scientific research.
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We're proud to share our 2024 Annual Report, A Decade of Discovery, reflecting on 10 years of impact and the path ahead. Explore how we’re advancing science through visionary philanthropy: 2024.sciphil.org/
We're excited to share our new Science Philanthropy Indicators Report, an interactive, data-driven look at the role of private giving in the U.S. scientific landscape. Learn more and explore the report: sciencephilanthropyalliance.…
As government science funding faces historic cuts, how should philanthropy respond? In a new @SSIReview series developed with @macfound, Alliance President France Córdova outlines 3 strategies for meeting new needs in the research landscape: ssir.org/articles/entry/scie…
“We are global leaders [in science],” she said. “We should be proud of that. But we didn’t get here by accident. It has taken nearly a century of effort — and it can be undone much faster than we think.” -Alliance President France Córdova in @Forbes forbes.com/sites/johndrake/2…
We are thrilled to congratulate the Leinweber Foundation on today's announcement of the largest-ever philanthropic investment in theoretical physics—a $90 million gift to @UMich, @UCBerkeley, @UChicago, @MIT, and @the_IAS. Learn more: sciencephilanthropyalliance.…
Looking forward to today's plenary at #AAASmtg on the future of U.S. science and technology! Science philanthropy plays a vital role in driving discovery and innovation, and we're excited to have our president, France Córdova, be a part of this important conversation.
Don’t miss a key session on shaping the future of U.S. science and technology at the #AAASmtg. Hear from VAST leaders on how to build a globally competitive, 21st-century S&T enterprise.
Feb 14 | 5:15 – 6:30 PM📍 Plenary Room, Hynes Convention Center
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ALT Promotional graphic for 'A Vision for American Science & Technology' event, featuring a blue and yellow abstract design. Details include moderator Alison Snyder from Axios, and speakers France Córdova of Science Philanthropy Alliance, Kelvin Droegemeier from University of Illinois, Marcia McNutt from NAS, and Sudip Parikh from AAAS. Scheduled for February 14, 1 PM - 2 PM, presented by Arizona State University. More information can be found at the AAAS website aaas.org/meetings
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Are you a postdoc investigating the implications of AI for the science and research ecosystem? Grants up to $250,000 available for early-career researchers in the social sciences and humanities, read more and apply at here: apply.sloan.org/prog/call_fo…
A new initiative from Alliance partner @DalioDotOrg is advancing ocean discovery through science, storytelling, and education. Learn more about the groundbreaking @oceanx "Around Africa Expedition": oceanx.org/press-room/articl…
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A new Simons Foundation–funded @Nature article studied the X chromosome to shed light on why women’s brains age better than men’s. Learn more: simonsfoundation.org/2025/02… #science #neuroscience #aging @DenaDubal
ALT Graphic with colorful chromosomes with a quote: "The X chromosome has a potent influence, both in men and in women, but it's been largely understudied in aging." attributed to Dena Dubal
We're pleased to share that Alliance president France Córdova will be a featured speaker at the 2025 AAAS Annual Meeting! France's plenary session, "A Vision for American Science & Technology" will discuss strategies for advancing science and technology in the U.S. Learn more and register: aaas.confex.com/aaas/2025/me… @AAASmeetings #AAASmtg
Explore key philanthropic trends in our article, Reflecting on Trends in Philanthropic Giving in 2024. This piece highlights a significant increase in global ultra-high-net-worth individuals contributing $190 billion in philanthropic gifts in 2022—a 25% increase since 2018.
Special thanks to Strategic Communications Consultant Rose-Marie Brandwein for her contributions in co-authoring with Alliance Strategy Director Kate Lowry.
In her latest President’s Perspective, Caroline Montojo (@dana_fdn) highlights new initiatives to strengthen public engagement, embed civic science training in STEMM education, and connect researchers with communities.
Fungi are incredibly resilient organisms that adapt to their environment. Their presence could benefit human health and our perception of the world.
@wellcometrust is offering up to £3 million in funding to investigate the mechanisms of fungal adaptation.
Apply for Wellcome’s fungi research funding by January 28: wellcome.org/grant-funding/s…
2021 Rita Allen Scholar Nicole Scheff recently led a research study providing insight into novel solutions for improving outcomes for cancer patients undergoing immunotherapy.
Read the research, published in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer, here:
jitc.bmj.com/content/12/11/e…
