The Next Generation of Global Health Innovators: Michelson Prize Winners Announced
The Michelson Medical Research Foundation and the Human Immunome Project have announced the recipients of the 2022 Michelson Prizes: Next Generation Grants. Four early-career investigators, Dr. Noam Auslander, Dr. Jenna Guthmiller, Romain Guyon, and Dr. Brittany Hartwell, were awarded $150,000 each to advance human immunology, vaccine discovery, and immunotherapy research for major global diseases.
Philanthropy’s Role in Advancing mRNA Technology
Maintaining mRNA’s momentum will require continued investment, effective collaboration, and philanthropic contributions, Dr. Thomas Conlon of Michelson Philanthropies said on a panel at the Milken Institute’s Future of Health Summit.
Stronger Together: The Role of Cross-Sector Partnerships in Digital Equity
Connecting California, Pt. 2, Stronger Together: The Role of Cross-Sector Partnerships in Digital Equity was recorded via a live broadcast on Thursday,...
How a Request for Innovation Could Solve the Digital Divide
Crowdsourcing ideas and innovative solutions to provide high-speed internet access to all Californians. Dr. Gary K. Michelson is calling on the...
The 2020 Michelson Prizes Ceremony
The Michelson Medical Research Foundation and Human Immunome Project hosted a special 2-hour ceremony with 2020 Michelson Prizes Winners, Dr. Danika Hill...
COVID-Safe Mobile Pet Grooming Startup Wins Leap Pitch Competition
Judges select grooming startup The Bark Shoppe as the winner of the competition’s $15,000 grand prize. The Bark Shoppe Is Building Community Through...
Michelson 20MM Foundation Is Supporting Racial Equity Partners
The Michelson 20MM Foundation stands with protestors and affected communities as an ally in anti-racism efforts. While millions of Americans sheltered...
Encouraging Invention Among Students – Jaseem Bhatti
Jaseem Bhatti, Michelson IP 2020 Essay Winner Inspired by the Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property, an initiative of the Michelson 20MM Foundation,...
USC Michelson Center Develops a COVID-19 Symptom Timeline
Even though scientific knowledge about COVID-19 grows by the day, the mysteries of the disease’s progression remain a major hurdle in stemming the pandemic....
Connecting California Bridges the Digital Divide
In summer 2020, Michelson 20MM Foundation launched Connecting California to help bridge these divides. Held virtually, the inaugural series assembled local...
Pursuing Vaccine Breakthroughs: Michelson Prizes Awarded to Early-Career Scientists
Spurring Innovation in Human Immunology and Vaccine Research Even as potential vaccine breakthroughs offer hope against COVID-19, scientists also continue...
The Digital Divide: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Connecting Californi6, 2020. In this series, the Michelson 20MM team discusses the digital divide and strategies to solve it with guest panelists:a, Pt. I ––...
COVID-19 Vaccines: Dr. Gary K. Michelson Proposes a National Institute of Cures
Scientists around the world are racing to discover a vaccine for COVID-19, with clinical trials fast-tracked as never before. Experts predict that a vaccine...
Caring for Pets Affected by the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to strains on people’s physical, mental, and financial well-being—as well as their ability to take care of their pets. ...