The Cobbs Creek Foundation is working to restore the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course, known for being one of the first public courses open to everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. The project includes rehabilitating nearby wetland and forest habitat and a new STEM Learning Lab funded by Tiger Woods’ TGR Foundation.
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The Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation held its 10th annual Goodes Prize for Excellence in Drug Development from September 8-10 in Stockholm Sweden. In addition to honoring this year’s winner, the event featured lectures highlighting the research achievements of past honorees.
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On January 1, 2025, Wendy Connors will begin serving as President of the Fannie and John Hertz Foundation, which provides fellowships, opportunities to connect, and other support to graduate students in science and technology. She was appointed by the board of directors to replace Robbee Baker Kosak who will retire after nearly ten years as president.
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Science philanthropy is transforming the world of research and propelling tomorrow’s innovations. In its inaugural Science Philanthropy Indicators Report, the Science Philanthropy Alliance explores National Science Foundation data through a philanthropic lens to illuminate the vital role of science philanthropy in funding basic research.
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The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine is hosting a two-day symposium on January 29th and 30th to identify and discuss strategies for responding to contextual factors that may present challenges to implementation of recommendations from Advancing Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in STEMM Organizations: Beyond Broadening Participation.
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In September, the Independent Media Initiative (IMI) announced the first annual IMI Awards. The IMI Awards honor exceptional independent media creators across platforms to celebrate the intrinsic educational or artistic value of their work.
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