Simons Foundation

The Simons Foundation, founded in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing the frontiers of mathematics and basic sciences. It provides sustained grant funding across four primary domains—Mathematics & Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Autism & Neuroscience, and Science, Society & Culture—supporting researchers who tackle fundamental questions about the universe. In addition to grantmaking, the foundation operates the Flatiron Institute, a research hub that employs leading computational scientists to conduct cutting-edge studies in areas such as computational astrophysics, biology, and quantum physics. This dual focus on generous, long-term funding and in-house scientific innovation distinguishes the Simons Foundation as a leader in fostering breakthrough discoveries and cultivating a collaborative, interdisciplinary research culture.