March 07, 2023 What We Learned From a Deep Dive into Neuroscience Research Giving March 07, 2023/ Mike Scutari We recently published an in-depth paper on trends in neuroscience research funding as part of IP’s State of American Philanthropy project. Author Mike Scutari takes a look at some of the report’s key findings.Read More
December 09, 2022 A Funding Leader Lays Out Key Priorities in Neuromuscular Disease Research December 09, 2022/ Mike Scutari The Chicago-based Muscular Dystrophy Association is a leading funder in the field of neuromuscular diseases. We check in with Chief Research Officer Dr. Sharon Hesterlee to discuss current challenges and priorities.Read More
October 26, 2022 “Explore the Gaps.” A Closer Look at the Kavli Foundation’s Neuroscience Grantmaking October 26, 2022/ Mike Scutari The Kavli Foundation is one of philanthropy’s most impactful supporters of neuroscience research. We check with Life Sciences Director Amy Bernard about the funder’s grantmaking priorities and an emerging area of focus.Read More
October 11, 2022 Taking on Paralysis, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Seeks to "Care and Cure" October 11, 2022/ Mike Scutari Once viewed as the “graveyard of neuroscience,” the field of spinal cord injury has made headway thanks to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. We check in with two leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities.Read More
May 12, 2022 How a Big Donation Will Help Stanford Scientists Team Up to Unlock Secrets of Brain Disease May 12, 2022/ Paul Karon Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's have long resisted treatment, but new technologies show a path forward. Phil and Penny Knight's $75 million gift to Stanford will fund new campus-wide research.Read More
September 23, 2021 A Big Research Gift in the Field of Bionics Seeks Breakthroughs for People with Disabilities September 23, 2021/ Paul Karon A $24 million donation from a major funder of neuroscience has established the new K. Lisa Yang Center for Bionics at MIT to develop next-gen synthetic limbs and other solutions for serious disabilities.Read More
February 07, 2017 A Timely Recognition of Immigrants' Contributions to American Arts and Sciences February 07, 2017/ Tate Williams A foundation's suite of prizes to honor contributions of immigrants in arts and science carries added weight in the current political climate. We take a look at the latest winners. Read More