The Amgen Foundation
The Amgen Foundation created ABE in 1990. Today, the Amgen Foundation supports ABE in 27 locations worldwide. The Amgen Foundation is inspiring the next generation of scientists and future problem solvers—wherever they are. We are engaging students with diverse perspectives and backgrounds to harness the full potential of science to solve tomorrow's toughest challenges. Working in partnership with local and global partners, we are providing best-in-class science education at no cost to students.
To date, the Foundation has donated $475 million to local, regional, and international non-profit organizations that impact society in inspiring and innovative ways, including $275+ million to science education. The Amgen Foundation brings the excitement of discovery to the scientists of tomorrow through its signature programs. For more information, visit www.AmgenFoundation.org and follow us on LinkedIn.
Amgen Foundation Education Initiatives
In addition to supporting ABE, the Amgen Foundation supports the following science and biotechnology education initiatives:
Each summer, hundreds of undergraduates step into some of the world’s premier research universities and institutions to participate in the Amgen Scholars Program. Students conduct hands-on research in the lab alongside top faculty, participate in seminars and networking events, and take part in symposia with their peers and leading scientists.
LabXchange is a free platform developed by Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences that allows students to explore the world of biotechnology and expand their ABE learning experience with simulations, videos, narratives from scientists, and more. LabXchange's resources can be used to support students' learning through a hybrid ABE experience or a fully remote biotechnology learning experience. Additionally, the resources can be used as tools to differentiate instruction in a full in-person learning environment. Check out the ABE landing page to see some of the LabXchange resources we offer.
ABE Supporters
The Amgen Foundation funds ABE in its local communities, with a total commitment of more than $60 million to date. However, ABE is made possible through the generosity and support of numerous organizations and individuals in addition to the Amgen Foundation. Thank you!
Donations
New England Biolabs, Inc., generously donates many of the reagents used in the ABE labs to participating schools.
Discounts
The following companies offer discounted equipment and materials, making it possible for us to support more schools:
