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Science philanthropy is experiencing a growth spurt, propelled by the newly acquired wealth of individuals and foundations, as well as a desire to address challenges such as infectious disease, fire, drought, and food and water security. Especially in the United States, this is altering the dynamics of the research ecosystem, which has been dominated by government funding since the end of World War II. This change comes with new perspectives and approaches to solving the world's problems. And it comes with a commitment to increase equity in funding.
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We announce the creation of a new body within the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine called the Strategic Council for Research Excellence, Integrity, and Trust, charged with advancing the overall health, quality, and effectiveness of the research enterprise across all domains that fund, execute, disseminate, and apply scientific work in the public interest. By promoting the alignment of incentives and policies, adoption of standard tools, and implementation of proven methods, the Strategic Council seeks to optimize the excellence and trustworthiness of research for the benefit of society.