Moore Foundation

@MooreFound

We foster path-breaking scientific discovery, environmental conservation, and preservation of the special character of the Bay Area.

Palo Alto, CA

Joined August 2012

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jul 10

🌊 Sponge genomes are helping unlock the secrets of aquatic symbioses — and thanks to @sangerinstitute, researchers now have access to 50+ genomes. Excited to see how these new samples help advance understanding of #AquaticSymbiosis. 🧬 🔗 Learn more: brnw.ch/21wU2TF

MooreFound's tweet card. Enter the absorbing world of sponges, the intricate animals that have evolved to inhabit all corners of our Earth’s waterways and oceans. Thanks to a worldwide collaboration of sponge scientists...

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jun 30

Catalytic Capital for the Agriculture Transition (CCAT) is helping reshape the future of agriculture by proving that restoring nature and boosting productivity can go hand-in-hand. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wTNr2 #RegenerativeFarming #EnvironmentalConservation

MooreFound's tweet card. Global climate efforts have focused on decarbonizing energy, transport and industry. But agriculture remains a critical, underfunded part of the solution.

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jul 23

🔥🛰️ Today @EarthFireAll + @MuonSpace unveiled the first images from #FireSat: a cutting-edge satellite system for wildfire detection. Backed by our Wildfire Resilience Initiative, FireSat marks a game-changing shift toward proactive wildfire response. 🔗brnw.ch/21wUn3m

MooreFound's tweet image. 🔥🛰️ Today @EarthFireAll + @MuonSpace unveiled the first images from #FireSat: a cutting-edge satellite system for wildfire detection. Backed by our Wildfire Resilience Initiative, FireSat marks a game-changing shift toward proactive wildfire response.

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jul 17

🌊 A new study led by @Scripps_Ocean and others maps how deep ocean currents shape microbial life in the South Pacific and, by implication, throughout the seven seas — revealing marine microbes’ pivotal role in structuring the ocean’s carbon cycle. 🌏 🔗 brnw.ch/21wUeao

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jul 9

Since 2022, we've partnered with @NCSLorg’s Center for Results-Driven Governing to bring scientific expertise into multiple state capitols across the U.S. via Ph.D.-level #SciPol fellowships to inform and improve evidence-based policy. 🏛️🔬 Learn more: brnw.ch/21wU1gR

MooreFound's tweet image. Since 2022, we've partnered with @NCSLorg’s Center for Results-Driven Governing to bring scientific expertise into multiple state capitols across the U.S. via Ph.D.-level #SciPol fellowships to inform and improve evidence-based policy. 🏛️🔬

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wU1gR

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jul 2

A new report developed in partnership with @wwf and @WorldBank explores sustainable aquaculture by analyzing the real-world experiences of its production to guide future investments. 🔎 Insights: brnw.ch/21wTQOX

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jun 26

🔬 For the first time in our 25-year history, we’re launching a chemistry-focused initiative: a 7-year, $93.4 million investment to advance basic research in green chemistry and drive real-world impact. Learn more 👉 brnw.ch/21wTHVL #GreenChemistry

MooreFound's tweet card. From basic research to real-world impactInspired by Gordon Moore’s training in chemistry, the Moore Foundation has launched a new Green Chemistry initiative. Th…

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · Jun 19

We’re excited to announce that we will be extending the Conservation and Markets Initiative through 2035 while scaling impact to address the top food commodities as well as a three-year pilot focused on transition minerals. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wTxuF #ConservationMarkets

MooreFound's tweet card. Leveraging markets for better results Over the last ten years, the Conservation and Markets Initiative has focused on reducing overfishing and the degradation o…

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ASM@ASMicrobiology · Jun 16

How did life begin & why does it matter today? A new ASM report, supported by the @MooreFound, explores the origins of microbial life & how understanding it can help tackle some of humanity’s biggest questions around climate, biotech & more. Press release: asm.social/2sK

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Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship Program@NASEM_BioRegFS · Jun 3

FAQ Spotlight: What is the Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship? Looking to understand what this fellowship is about? Get the details you need here Apply today to become part of the program - ow.ly/3Nck50W1auf #Biotechnologyregulatory #NASEM #PolicyCareers #fellowship

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Biotechnology Regulatory Fellowship Program@NASEM_BioRegFS · Jun 1

Application Open Now Biotechnology Regulatory Fellows will work on a capstone project, identify gaps in Biotechnology regulatory pathways, and collaborate with federal agencies and congressional staff. Apply Now - ow.ly/FgNj50W18Hf #NASEM #PolicyCareers #fellowship

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Johns Hopkins Engineering@HopkinsEngineer · May 30

⚡️Lightning in a lab! With @MooreFound support, @jhumeche Assoc Prof Rui Ni and team are studying how turbulence and charged particles create electrical storms to improve weather prediction, prevent wildfires, and make industrial processes safer. youtube.com/watch?v=J_VPyW…

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · May 30

🐟A new report from our partner @FAIRRInitiative explores the impact of aquaculture feed across operational, regulatory and reputational risks for aquaculture companies and their investors. Learn more: fairr.org/resources/repo… #conservationmarkets #sustainablefood

MooreFound's tweet card. Sustainable Aquaculture Engagement Phase 3 Progress Report

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Moore Foundation@MooreFound · May 21

.@globalforests’ analysis of #TreeCoverLoss data from @umd_glad reveals the tropics saw an unprecedented level of fires in 2024 as well as other regions in places like Canada. Read the report to learn more 👉 gfw.global/tcl24

MooreFound's tweet image. .@globalforests’ analysis of #TreeCoverLoss data from @umd_glad reveals the tropics saw an unprecedented level of fires in 2024 as well as other regions in places like Canada. Read the report to learn more 👉 gfw.global/tcl24

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Earth Fire Alliance@EarthFireAll · Mar 19

📺 ICYMI: #FireSat and our partners @MuonSpace, Google Research & @MooreFound were featured Monday night on @NBCNews Now with @HallieJackson! 🎬 Catch the full segment here: nbcnews.to/4bWiOtA #WildfireTech #EarthObservation

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Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions@oceansolutions · Mar 18

Tune in for a @nutritionwin side event focused on opportunities for #BlueFoods to address malnutrition while promoting sustainable food systems. 📅 March 26th 🕒 3-4:30pm CET Learn more and register: oceansolutions.stanford.edu/events/confere… #N4Gparis

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