The Carnegie Institution for Science, founded by Andrew Carnegie in 1902, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing scientific discovery. Its core mission is to encourage investigation, research, and the application of knowledge to improve humanity. The institution conducts pioneering research in various fields, including embryology, terrestrial magnetism, plant biology, global ecology, and geophysics. It operates primarily within the United States and focuses on pushing the boundaries of scientific understanding through rigorous inquiry and innovation.
Notable affiliated individuals include its founder, Andrew Carnegie, whose vision continues to guide the institution. The organization has made significant contributions to science, such as confirming the expanding universe and other major scientific breakthroughs. Its impact is evident in the advancement of knowledge across multiple scientific disciplines, fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world and contributing to technological and ecological progress. The Carnegie Institution for Science remains a cornerstone of scientific research with a legacy of transformative discoveries.

Carnegie Corporation of New York
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Allen Institute for Brain Science
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Washington Research Foundation
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Heising-Simons Foundation
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Broad Institute
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Southwest Research Institute
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ISS National Lab
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SRI International
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Astera Institute
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Wyss Institute
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Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
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Organizations similar to Carnegie Institution of Science include Carnegie Corporation of New York, Simons Foundation, James S. McDonnell Foundation and Battelle.
Carnegie Institution of Science was founded in 1902.
Carnegie Institution of Science's headquarters is located in Washington, D.C., DC, US.
Carnegie Institution of Science's most recent funding round was for $1.5M (USD) in January 2021.
As of Jan 1, 2021, Carnegie Institution of Science has raised a total of $19.1M (USD).
Carnegie Institution of Science has 504 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.