How philanthropy is transforming science funding and what it means for researchers
The latest Nature spotlight supplement, on Philanthropy and Awards, explores the growing role of science philanthropy in response to shifts in the global funding landscape. Philanthropy presents both opportunities and challenges, and with increasing competition for a limited amount of grants, scientists are encouraged to carefully map out their approach – something that also applies to the Nature Awards.
The supplement explores some of the changes in philanthropic funding, as well as providing a behind-the-scenes look at the judging decisions on some of the Nature Awards. It includes editorial articles on:
- How to secure philanthropic funding in a competitive climate
- Meeting the moment: how scientific philanthropies are expanding their reach
It also features compelling “branded content” articles, expertly produced by our Nature Custom Media team in collaboration with partner organizations:
- The Global Bioeconomy Alliance is showcasing standout achievements driven by bold ideas that are accelerating the transition toward a more sustainable, bio‑based future.
- In a wide‑ranging conversation, Dana Foundation president and CEO Caroline Montojo explores why brain science must forge a new social contract to better connect neuroscience with society’s most pressing challenges and opportunities.
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This year’s topics include
Sensors, Mexico, Nutrition, Philanthropy, awards & prizes, Synthetic biology, Drug discovery, Digital health/wearables, Energy, Infectious diseases and ASEAN.
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