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Funding and Impact

Scientific breakthroughs begin with basic research, which relies on extramural funding from federal agencies. These funding sources support research in biological sciences that span molecules to ecosystems, demonstrating the power and promise of sustained investment in science. Our work, in turn, lays the groundwork for future discoveries, drives innovation, and deepens our understanding of life on Earth.

The college receives significant support from the following agencies:

  • National Institutes of Health
  • National Science Foundation
  • U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • U.S. Department of Defense
  • U.S. Department of Energy