Introduction
The Universal Scientific Education & Research Foundation (USERF) is the official fundraising and outreach branch of USERN, the Universal Scientific Education and Research Network. USERN is a nonprofit scientific organization committed to ethical, interdisciplinary, and non-military research.
All of its professional and scientific leaders, including many of the world's top one percent scientists, volunteer their time and expertise to advance its mission.
"Our mission is to support scientific advancement that serves humanity and upholds the highest ethical standards."
To help support USERN's growing impact around the world, USERF was created as a nonprofit foundation. Its goal is to fund USERN's core programs and its humanitarian efforts, such as the HEART (Health and Art) initiative.
Our Role within USERN
USERN builds international collaboration among scientists and promotes research that crosses disciplines. USERF plays a different but essential role: it provides the resources needed to keep that work going.
Through USERF’s support, USERN is able to more effectively continue and expand programs such as mentorship, education, global conferences, and the HEART initiative.
Our Commitment
- Advancing Science Ethically: We ensure all research is conducted responsibly.
- Fostering Collaboration: We bring together diverse minds to solve complex problems.
- Promoting Peace: Our work is dedicated exclusively to non-military applications.
- Serving Humanity: We apply science to tackle real-world humanitarian challenges.
Key Initiatives
Global Scientific Conferences
USERF supports international conferences that bring together researchers from diverse fields and regions, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Learn moreMentorship Programs
We connect emerging scientists with established leaders, providing guidance and opportunities for the next generation of innovators.
Explore opportunitiesHEART Initiative
The Health and Art (HEART) initiative combines healthcare with artistic expression to address humanitarian needs in underserved communities worldwide.
Discover HEARTPublic Engagement
We believe in making science accessible. Our programs include educational outreach and community events to increase scientific literacy and inspire interest.
View our programsMembers
Countries Reached
Advisors
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Board of Directors
USERF is led by a respected Board of Directors made up of top one percent scientists from around the world. Their leadership helps ensure that USERF stays grounded in ethics, scientific quality, and global responsibility.
George Perry
Board Member
Frank W. Sellke
Board Member
Nima Rezaei
Board Member
Daniel J. Klionsky
Board Member
Shaghayegh Arangdad
Board Member
Tommaso Dorigo
Board Member
Bahram Mobasher
Board Member
Joseph D. Firth
Board Member
Mason M. Ashford
Board Member
Lin Boqiang
Board Member