Phylogenomic tree of Cercozoa based on single-cell transcriptomes from 100 uncultured cells - BMC Biology Background Cercozoa are single-celled eukaryotes (protists) and are part of the supergroup Rhizaria. Cercozoans have vastly different morphologies and are defined by their phylogenetic affinity. While...

...expanding taxon sampling of the environment by more than 300% and resulting in identification of multiple previously unknown major eukaryotic lineages. 2/2

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Probing quantum mechanics with nanoparticle matter-wave interferometry - Nature Quantum interference of sodium nanoparticles, which can each contain more than 7,000 atoms at masses greater than 170,000 Da, is demonstrated.

Research from grantee Markus Arndt shows that quantum wave-like behavior persists even in metallic nanoparticles made of thousands of atoms—placing strong new constraints on theories that quantum mechanics breaks down at larger scales www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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An open Dana Foundation impact report lies on a surface, displaying a page about neuroscience and society with a prominent pink header and photographs of individuals engaged in discussion.

Our 2025 Neuroscience & Society Impact Report is available now! The report highlights the innovative work of our grantees and partners advancing neuroscience that benefits society and reflects the aspirations of all people.

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Since 2004, we’ve invested in 20+ open-access projects to advance cutting-edge DNA sequencing technologies that are unlocking nature’s ecological mysteries and improving our understanding of the evolution of life.

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The power of convenings: Building connections that accelerate discovery The Experimental Physics Investigators Initiative was created to advance the basic research frontier in experimental physics by identifying extraordinary scient…

The power of convenings is at the heart of the Moore Foundation’s Experimental Physics Investigators Initiative, which brings researchers together to advance experimental physics through collaboration and creativity.

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Zuckerberg, Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

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Beyond the Lab: Mohammed Hassan, Ph.D. Mohammed Hassan. Photo credit: Ameé Hennig, University of Arizona. Mohammed Hassan is an Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Ari…

In our latest Beyond the Lab, we talked to Dr. Mohammed Hassan, associate professor of physics at the University of Arizona. He shares with us his hopes for real-world impact and passes on advice to young researchers.

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This $3.1 Billion Fund Channels Paul Allen’s Wealth. What Kind of Grantmaker Will It Be? The late Microsoft cofounder took big swings to advance human knowledge. The Fund for Science and Technology, a recent entrant in the Allen funding ecosystem, aims to continue that legacy.

In his philanthropy, late Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen took big swings to advance human knowledge. The Fund for Science and Technology, another grantmaker in the Allen funding ecosystem, continues that legacy.

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Scientists program cells to create ‘biological qubit’ in quantum breakthrough A multidisciplinary effort has designed quantum tech that can be produced naturally by cells

⚛️ Moore grantee Peter Maurer and colleagues at the University of Chicago have turned a protein found in living cells into a functioning qubit, which can be used as a quantum sensor capable of providing unprecedented insight into biological processes. 🧬

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Advancing discovery: 2025 Experimental Physics Investigators The 2025 cohort of Experimental Physics Investigators is a distinguished group of mid-career researchers pushing the boundaries of experimental physics. These 2…

We’re excited to announce the 2025 cohort of the Experimental Physics Investigators – a distinguished group of 22 mid-career researchers pushing the boundaries of experimental physics!
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Accelerating the development of quantum materials and tools to understand quantum phenomena

Our latest newsletter highlights the new phase of the Emergent Phenomena in Quantum Systems Initiative. Building on 12 years and $188M in investment, we’re committing another $230M over the next decade to advance the field.

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Science Philanthropy Indicators Report

🗞️ The Science Philanthropy Alliance’s recently released 2025 Science Philanthropy Indicators Report reveals how philanthropic investment is reshaping the U.S. research landscape — underscoring philanthropy’s vital role in advancing science and discovery.

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Core strategies for advancing scientific instrumentation The Moore Foundation’s Science Program fosters pathbreaking scientific discovery and a vibrant ecosystem for science, covering high-impact areas with a mix of i…

🛰️ Our Science portfolio supports the development of advanced scientific instruments. Among these are the shoebox-sized ocean color monitoring SeaHawk nanosatellite and the multinational Accelerator on a Chip collaboration.

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A Culture of Science-Informed Governance Building sustained, institutional support for science in state governance is vital for better-informed policymaking.

⚖️ This @issuesinst.bsky.social commentary reflects on the vital role of programs supporting state legislators as lawmakers navigate complex science and technology policy decisions.

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Minute-scale dynamics of recurrent dike intrusions in Iceland with fiber-optic geodesy Continuous geodetic measurements near volcanic systems can image magma transport dynamics, yet resolving dike intrusions with high spatiotemporal resolution remains challenging. We introduce fiber-opt...

🌋 Is it possible to use existing infrastructure to “hear” volcanic eruptions before they erupt? Grantee Zhongwen Zhan and his team at @caltech.edu have demonstrated an application of distributed acoustic sensing to do just that. 👂

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What Can Science Philanthropy Do? With federal funding of science in disarray, philanthropy may become an even more important supporter of scientific research.

Dana Foundation President Caroline Montojo joins science philanthropy leaders in Issues in Science and Technology, highlighting how philanthropy drives innovation and guides science with humility, imagination, and public good. #neurosociety #neurosky #sciencephilanthropy

Scientists awarded prestigious US grant to investigate the chemical asymmetries of life The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation has awarded a £1.4m research grant to Professor Stefano Pagliara, University of Exeter, to lead a research collaboration with partners at the universities of Oxfo...

🔬 A new grant awarded to Professor Stefano Pagliara at the University of Exeter will support innovative research on the chemical asymmetries of life – one of the greatest mysteries in biology. #sciencefunding #sciencephilanthropy news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...

Search amps up for signatures of cosmic particles in ancient minerals Advances in imaging and data handling open new possibilities.

🌌 By analyzing damage tracks left by these elusive particles over billions of years, Spitz & colleagues hope to unlock mysteries of our universe without needing massive detectors. With cutting-edge imaging & data techniques, they’re ready to dig deep—literally! 2/3 #Moorephysics #sciencephilanthropy

Search amps up for signatures of cosmic particles in ancient minerals Advances in imaging and data handling open new possibilities.

In a recent Physics Today piece, Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator Joshua Spitz discusses how he is using ancient minerals as “paleo-detectors” to uncover clues about dark matter and neutrinos. 1/3 #Moorephysics #sciencephilanthropy #sciencefunding

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Neuroscience research to benefit society As the field evolves, neuroscience must bridge research with societal needs. The Dana Foundation is investing in education, cross-disciplinary training, and community-partnered projects to ensure that...

New #brainscience hubs supported by the Dana Foundation tackle equity and public health. #neurosociety #sciencephilanthropy