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Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration (SPARC)
Improving the ROI on Scientific Research Investments

Who We Are

$30 billion in philanthropic funds are spent annually to advance medical research for treatments and cures. Deployed strategically, this capital can be the catalyst that creates systemic change and puts effective, life-changing diagnostics and treatment within reach.  

MI Philanthropy’s Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration (SPARC) works to develop, launch, and lead initiatives that fund medical research and invest to accelerate the development of tools and treatments that will bring better health to millions of people.  Our expertise lies within a number of medical research fields, including neuroscience, mental health, oncology, rare disease, and immunology. 

We partner with philanthropists, leading them through complex medical research and clinical systems and guiding pathways for philanthropy to create a healthy, equitable world. 

SCIENCE PHILANTHROPY ACCELERATOR FOR RESEARCH AND COLLABORATION
Computational Biology

The field of computational biology sits at the nexus of biology, big data, and computer science. The application of computational tools such as AI can revolutionize how to study, prevent, and treat human disease.

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Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration
Rare and Lesser Known Conditions
“You don’t seek out medical philanthropy, medical philanthropy finds you.” - Unknown
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Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration
Brain Illness
The Center for Strategic Philanthropy’s neuroscientists are experts in their field, working alongside donors to navigate the brain research landscape.
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Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration
Oncology
We lead donors through the cancer research ecosystem, bringing experts from other sectors to the table to unlock potential that will lead to better treatments—and eventually a cure—for a range of cancers.
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Science Philanthropy Accelerator for Research and Collaboration
Pediatrics
The Center for Strategic Philanthropy’s biomedical philanthropy advisors navigate multi-layered, multi-faceted research fields, and guide donors toward recommendations that lead to evidence-based care.
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Partner with Us

Leverage our strategic advisory service, scientific experts, and the breadth of the Milken Institute network to ensure your philanthropic resources advance medical solutions. To learn more, contact [email protected].