Science
We support basic research in astrophysics, nanoscience, neuroscience and theoretical physics. These fields seek answers to some of humanity’s most fundamental scientific questions, yielding basic knowledge that enables a better future.
Astrophysics
Exploration of the origin, structure and composition of the universe and everything in it
Nanoscience
Inquiry at the scale of atoms and molecules to explore the vast possibilities of energy and matter
Neuroscience
Investigation into the structure and function of the brain and broader nervous system
Theoretical Physics
Endeavor to explain and predict the wonders of the physical and biological world
The Kavli Institutes
Featured News
Explore the latest news, events and discoveries from our Kavli Institutes and partners.
See all newsResearchers at the Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research have proposed a way to solve two cosmic mysteries with a single underlying explanation
Feb 21, 2025
Nanoscience
Partnering to advance superconductor development using artificial intelligence and quantum geometry
Feb 04, 2025
Neuroscience
The Kavli Foundation and Society for Neuroscience partner on Neurobiology and Changing Ecosystems training series
Dec 16, 2024
Neuroscience
New Kavli Exploration Awards in neuroscience will advance photonic technologies
Dec 11, 2024
Scialog: Sustainable Minerals, Metals, and Materials (SM3)
Dec 10, 2024
New research from Dong and colleagues has lent strong support to an alternative means of planet-forming, offering a fuller picture of the pathways to planethood
Dec 09, 2024
Astrophysics
Researchers report progress in their innovative efforts to demonstrate how the detection of unusual organometallic gases in exoplanets’ atmosphere could lock down a discovery of alien life
Dec 06, 2024
Nanoscience
Kavli nano investigators nab macro Dutch prize
Dec 04, 2024
Kavli-Laukien Fellow Furkan Ozturk examines why life predominantly relies on amino acids, sugars, and other key ingredients with only certain mirror symmetry
Dec 03, 2024
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Practically everything we touch in our daily lives has been developed and improved through basic research.
- Fred Kavli