The Howard Hughes Medical Institute

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The Howard Hughes Medical Institute, a non-profit medical research organization, aims to advance biomedical research and science education.

Website: http://www.hhmi.org/

Twitter/X: hhminews

Top Investors: Salt Lake Community College

Description:

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute is a non-profit medical research organization that aims to advance biomedical research and science education. It seeks to strengthen education in biology and related sciences from elementary school to graduate studies by introducing science education programs. The institute’s offerings include BioInteractive: free resources for science teachers and students, including animations, short films, and apps; HHMI Bulletin: a science magazine that explores biomedical research through in-depth features, news, and perspectives; Janelia Research Campus: a research center where scientists pursue challenging problems in a collaborative setting; and Tangled Bank Studios: a production company that creates science films for broadcast, cinema, and digital media. The Howard Hughes Medical Institute was founded by Howard Hughes in 1953 and is based in Chevy Chase, Maryland.