2023 Year Book


Advancing Science
For more than a century, Carnegie Science has advanced humanity’s understanding of the natural world and the cosmos. Today, that legacy continues as our scientists push the frontiers of knowledge to address the most urgent questions of our time. Through innovative research and transformative discoveries, we are shaping solutions that impact not just our scientific understanding, but also the future of life on Earth.
Explore the stories that highlight the groundbreaking work driving science forward at Carnegie, from unraveling the secrets of ancient galaxies with the James Webb Space Telescope to pioneering sustainable solutions through symbiosis research, and creating immersive tools like the VizLab to foster collaboration,

By the Numbers
We cultivate an environment of intellectual freedom and champion open inquiry, empowering scientists to collaborate across disciplines and push the boundaries of knowledge. This commitment to bold ideas and innovative approaches has delivered extraordinary results, supported by the generous contributions that fuel our research endeavors. From funding high-risk Venture Grants to sharing groundbreaking discoveries through Capital Science Evenings, and responsibly stewarding financial resources to sustain our mission, this section highlights the numbers behind Carnegie Science’s impact.
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Donor Recognition
Many generous individuals and foundations have shown an unwavering commitment to advancing science that creates new frontiers, expands human understanding, and drives transformative discoveries. Your investment in Carnegie Science fuels bold exploration and empowers our scientists to push beyond the traditional boundaries of space, Earth, and life sciences. We are deeply grateful for your support.
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Staff Excellence
Carnegie scientists are pioneers, shaping new frontiers of exploration with bold curiosity and innovative research. From unraveling the complexities of genomes to uncovering the secrets of the cosmos, they are addressing some of the most profound questions of our time. Discover their recent achievements and meet the newest members of our team.
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On the Horizon
Carnegie Science is launching the Climate and Resilience Hub to tackle the urgent challenges of climate change and sustainability through cross-disciplinary collaboration. Led by Anna Michalak, the Hub unites experts from fields like ecology, volcanology, and astronomy to develop transformative solutions. By integrating advanced modeling, studying resilience, and fostering innovative partnerships, the Hub aims to amplify Carnegie’s impact on climate science and train the next generation of researchers for a sustainable future.
Learn more about how the Hub is uniting disciplines and driving innovative solutions for a sustainable planet.
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