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Greetings from Schmidt Science Fellows

When scientists collaborate across disciplines, drawing on diverse techniques, tools and perspectives, they unlock new knowledge and accelerate groundbreaking discoveries. To truly advance science, we must empower researchers to transcend disciplinary boundaries and give them the expertise, support and infrastructure they need to tackle complex problems.

Schmidt Science Fellows is partnering with Times Higher Education to host the inaugural THE Interdisciplinary Science Forum in Washington, DC on 21 November 2024.

The forum will feature inspiring speakers, dynamic panel debates and interactive roundtable workshops. It offers a platform to share the latest thinking, diverse perspectives and best practices in interdisciplinary science.

We invite you to join Schmidt Science Fellows, THE, our partners and other influential figures in the scientific community to share ideas and shape the future of interdisciplinary science.

I look forward to welcoming you to Washington, DC this November.

Megan Kenna
Executive director
Schmidt Science Fellows

About Schmidt Science Fellows

Schmidt Science Fellows believes in the power and potential of interdisciplinary science. We want to enable a new era of science – one where interdisciplinary research drives transformative discovery, innovation and global well-being.

To achieve this, we are committed to collaborating with every sector of the scientific community, breaking down barriers to interdisciplinary research and accelerating positive impacts for society worldwide.

Central to our mission are our fellows, who form the core of a vibrant community of scientists, leaders, supporters and advocates for interdisciplinary science. By building strategic partnerships and leveraging this extensive network, we are enabling meaningful change across the research landscape.

Schmidt Science Fellows is an initiative of Schmidt Sciences, delivered in partnership with the Rhodes Trust. Schmidt Sciences is a philanthropic organisation, supported by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, dedicated to fostering the advancement of science and technology.

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