Griffin Catalyst

@griffincatalyst

The civic engagement initiative of @citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, encompassing his philanthropic and community impact efforts.
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To mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and America’s founding, London’s @ScienceMuseum is exploring the rich and complex scientific history that shaped the United States. With support from Griffin Catalyst, “Becoming America: How Science Shaped a Nation” invites visitors to experience extraordinary artifacts, remarkable maps and stunning paintings that show how science shaped—and was shaped by—the founding of a new nation. Learn more about the exhibition at the link in our bio. Photo Credit: The Bald Eagle, Mark Catesby, 1722–26 © Royal Collection Trust
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In 2023, Griffin Catalyst provided seed funding to advance Feng Zhang’s research at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard on programmable therapeutics, an emerging approach that aims to reprogram cells to address a broad spectrum of human diseases. ​ That support is now helping advance new discoveries. ​ Researchers at @MIT and the @BroadInstitute have developed an mRNA-based approach that helps the immune system function more effectively as we age by prompting the body to produce signals that strengthen key immune cells. ​ Published in Nature, the study suggests a potential way to improve vaccine responses and enhance the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments. ​ Read more in @ScienceDaily_Official at the link in our bio.
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For the first time in recorded history, bird flu has reached Antarctica. If left unchecked, the virus has the potential to devastate Antarctica's wildlife populations, with consequences at a global scale. ​ By supporting new scientific research and tracing efforts led by the @CornellVet , Griffin Catalyst is helping scientists understand the nature and spread of this virus, to inform work to mitigate its deadly impact. ​ Read more about Griffin Catalyst’s support to scientific research in the race to save the penguins at the link in our bio.
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Griffin Catalyst was proud to be the Official Youth Sponsor of the Cadillac Championship, providing a place where families could learn, play and spend time together during the tournament. With help from our partners @frostscience and @nicklaus4kids , children of all ages had the opportunity to test their knowledge in Science Showdown, participate in live experiments and take their shot at mini golf at the Kids Zone.
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Inspired by @UChicago Crime Lab's Policing Leadership Academy (PLA), new bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Sheldon Whitehouse aims to establish a national framework for advanced leadership development education for rising law enforcement leaders. This bill would scale the PLA’s model, which equips commanders with the data-driven management skills and community trust-building tools necessary to lead effectively and reduce violence in neighborhoods across the country. Griffin Catalyst is proud to support the next generation of law enforcement leaders as they work to make their communities safer. Read more about the Promoting Police Leadership Act at the link in our bio.
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As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Ken Griffin is putting one of the nation’s most important founding documents on public display, loaning a rare 1787 “Official Edition” of the U.S. Constitution to New York’s @seaportmuseum . . With support from Griffin Catalyst, The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation—a new exhibition in conjunction with the Sail4th 250th experience—will provide visitors from around the world the opportunity to experience rare historical documents up close and to reflect on the enduring power of America’s founding principles. Learn more about the exhibition opening May 27 via the New York Times at the link in our bio. (Image of the Constitution courtesy of @Sothebys )
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Griffin Catalyst’s support of @BostonChildrens Hospital helped advance mitochondrial transplantation, a pioneering technique with the potential to significantly improve heart function in infants facing life-threatening conditions. What began as an innovative approach has since expanded globally and into new areas of medicine, offering renewed hope for patients with otherwise fatal diseases. Learn more about Griffin Catalyst’s commitment to pushing the frontiers of science and medicine through the link in our bio.
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As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, 63 educators from nearly 30 states have been named winners in the second round of the Civic Star Challenge.​ Led by the @BRInstitute and @iCivicsInc , the Challenge equips teachers with practical and adaptable resources to bring the Declaration of Independence’s founding ideals into today’s classrooms and encourages millions of acts of civic learning nationwide.​ Griffin Catalyst is proud to support this effort to strengthen civic education and engage the next generation in understanding the principles that sustain a free society.​ Learn more at the link in our bio.
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Congratulations to the @MiamiDadeCollege Class of 2026! Today we celebrate the ambition, determination and perseverance that brought these graduates to this milestone. Griffin Catalyst is proud to support Miami Dade College students as they pursue bright futures and make a meaningful impact in the Miami community and beyond. Learn more about how Griffin Catalyst advances educational opportunity through the link in our bio.
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Integrating computer science and AI into K–12 classrooms is critical to America’s long-term competitiveness. With support from Griffin Catalyst, Dr. Maya Israel’s @uf_cseveryone is strengthening teachers’ ability to deliver computer science education and equip students with the problem-solving skills they need to join the workforce of tomorrow. Learn more at the link in our bio.
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The @UMiamiMedicine has announced a $10 million gift from Griffin Catalyst Founder Ken Griffin to advance digestive health and liver disease care in South Florida.​ With Griffin Catalyst’s support, @UMiamiHealth has recruited Dr. Field F. Willingham to head the Division of Digestive Health and Liver Diseases, where he will lead efforts to deliver world-class patient care and physician training while driving new breakthroughs in gastrointestinal research and interventions.​ This latest gift to UHealth reflects Griffin Catalyst’s commitment to supporting Miamians live longer and healthier lives.​ ​ Read more at the link in our bio.
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@UCLA announced a $5 million gift from Griffin Catalyst Founder Ken Griffin to launch a new research initiative to unlock the power of nuclear fusion energy with the potential to transform lives for millions around the world. The new Kenneth C. Griffin Fusion Science and Engineering Endowed Chair will accelerate fusion science research and engineering efforts, a first-of-its-kind program to drive discoveries for clean, reliable and safe energy. As Ken Griffin said, harnessing the power of fusion energy “would be one of humanity’s greatest achievements.” Learn more about Griffin Catalyst’s support for this initiative at the link in our bio.
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