We fund adult stem cell research, connect children to clinical trials for rare diseases and sponsor the #NationalSTEMScholar Program for science educators.
Louisville, Kentucky
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Thank you @YourAlaskaLink for highlighting 2026 #NationalSTEMScholar Wendy Kate Mendiola, a dedicated middle school teacher at Chief Ivan Blunka School in New Stuyahok, AK inspiring the next generation of #STEM pioneers! @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies @wku ow.ly/nvXj50ZPMiy
Looking for a meaningful way to support NSCF before year-end? If you’re age 70½ or older, an #IRA charitable rollover, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (#QCD), may be a tax-smart way to give. Consider NSCF for your year-end giving plans! nationalstemcellfoundation.o…
We’re excited to unveil the mission patch for our 7th mission to @CASIS_ISS last week on #SpaceX CRS-35, designed by award-winning painter & illustrator Gregory Manchess. @Axiom_Space @BioServeST #MS #PD #Alzheimers #stemcells #space #research #CosmicOrganoidVillagesTM
It’s #NationalEstatePlanningAwarenessWeek! Have you considered including NSCF in your #estateplanning? Now is a great time to meet with your attorney or financial advisor to create or review your will – and explore ways to make a lasting impact.
Thank you @Daily_Dispatch for featuring 2026 #NationalSTEMScholar Milton Lima from @StemEarly in Henderson, NC, one of just 11 middle school science teachers nationwide to participate! #STEM #STEMeducation @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies @wku ow.ly/8zN350ZPMak
Our 7th mission to @ISS_CASIS launched Tuesday onboard #SpaceX CRS-35 carrying Cosmic Organoid Villages™ for the first time into #space. @saudispace @Axiom_Space @NASA #stemcells #MS #PD #AD ow.ly/aeoQ50ZYg4L
We are delighted to join with @Axiom_Space & @saudispace to expand our study of neurodegenerative disease in microgravity with our 7th mission to @ISS_CASIS, launched yesterday on #SpaceX CRS-35. #space #research #stemcells @KAUST_News ow.ly/1Xmo50ZXQGb
Today is #StemCellAwarenessDay! Learn more about the various types of #stemcells and the numerous conditions they can be used to treat here ow.ly/Omlb50ZCtgL and please consider a donation to NSCF today to help further our work. nationalstemcellfoundation.o… #stemcellday
Our groundbreaking #research study was successfully launched to @ISS_CASIS for a 7th time this morning onboard #SpaceX CRS-35! Results could help identify new treatments for diseases like #Alzheimers, #Parkinsons, and #MS. #space #stemcells
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#NationalSTEMScholars - @Samsung #SolveforTomorrow is an annual national competition asking students in grades 6–12 to consider how #STEM can be used to create change in their communities. Contest entry closes on November 24. @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies samsung.com/us/solvefortomor…
Our CEO Dr. Paula Grisanti, pictured here with former @NASA Chief Counsel Ken Human, was delighted to attend “The Future of #SpaceLaw & Governance,” hosted by #KySpaceFutures last month in Lexington, KY. #space #KYinnovation #KSTC #WorldSpaceWeek @humanity_space @kyinnovation
Please join us on October 8th as we thank our amazing Donor Advised Fund (#DAF) donors and celebrate the impact they make. If you have a DAF, we hope you will consider supporting us! #DAFDay ow.ly/Sic550ZCt6e
Great coverage from @VestaviaVoice in Vestavia Hills, Alabama for 2026 #NationalSTEMScholar Amy Hollar from Liberty Park Middle School, one of just 11 middle school teachers selected to participate! #STEM #STEMeducation @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies @wku ow.ly/7rfw50ZPLZI
Don’t miss the inaugural #KySpaceSummit 11/13 in Lexington showcasing Ky’s existing #space ecosystem & exploring opportunities in the rapidly growing global #spaceeconomy. #KySpaceFutures #KYinnovation #KSTC #WorldSpaceWeek @humanity_space @kyinnovation ow.ly/EWhU50ZTHLC
It’s #WorldSpaceWeek! From October 4–10, look for space-themed events hosted by space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, museums, planetariums, and astronomy clubs near you! @WorldSpaceWeek #WSW2026 #STEM #STEMeducation #spaceweek ow.ly/MZLJ50ZCsy0
Four new crew members launched to @ISS_CASIS on SpaceX Crew-13 mission yesterday! During their 6-month expedition these @NASA astronauts will support research including our groundbreaking neurodegenerative disease #research in #space. #stemcells #MS #PD
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Thank you to the New Hampshire @UnionLeader for featuring 2026 #NationalSTEMScholar Dan Heath from Hillsboro-Deering Middle School in Hillsborough, NH! #STEMeducation #STEM @sau_34 @GiftedStudies @GattonAcademy @wku. ow.ly/nPIR50ZPLIC
Congrats to 2025 #NationalSTEMScholar Jo Slavitz from New Hampshire who was 1 of 10 teachers selected for the #TeacheratSea Program. Don't miss her blog detailing her incredible experience aboard the@NOAA Ship Oscar Dyson! @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies ow.ly/RonP50ZC1HU
#NationalSTEMScholars - Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship (AEF) applications are due Nov 5! Selected K-12 #STEM fellows will spend 11 months in Washington, DC engaged in the national #STEMeducation arena. @GattonAcademy @GiftedStudies ow.ly/RHnC50ZC15P
Did you know 2023 #NationalSTEMScholars JJ Frye and Teresa Robertson currently serve as @KySciTA (KSTA) District Directors? Together they are representing teachers from multiple Kentucky counties. Scholars - have you considered joining your state's board? @GiftedStudies @
