Alfred P. Sloan Foundation

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The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation is a New York-based, not-for-profit grantmaking institution dedicated to improving the welfare of all through the advancement of scientific knowledge. Established in 1934 by GM leader Alfred P. Sloan Jr., it makes grants in science, technology, economics, STEM higher education, and public understanding of science. Its programs include the Sloan Research Fellowships for early-career scientists.

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Science, Economics, STEM Higher Education, Digital Information Technology, Public Understanding of Science, Technology & Economics, Working Longer, Energy & Environment
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