The Amgen Foundation is guided by the belief that everyone needs science and science needs everyone. Understanding the fundamentals of science is as critical as reading and writing and location and financial status should no longer be barriers to high-quality science education. By broadening access to engaging and inspiring science programs, we are equipping future generations with the essential skills needed to thrive in our increasingly complex world. From healthcare crises and climate change to debunking misinformation, humanity needs science to solve the challenges of the future.
That’s why we create authentic opportunities for young people to engage in science through hands-on experiences and technologies that complement in-person learning. Our vision is to make science accessible to everyone but we can’t do it alone. Parents and guardians help foster curiosity in children, to guide their interests and career journeys. Teachers are catalysts for change and staff volunteers provide insights in the world of STEM. Together, we enable young people to see how science influences their lives and the important role it plays in our world.
Audience: Middle school, high school, university students and educators. Anyone of any age interested in learning about science.
Location: Global (Virtual)
LabXchange is a free, online platform, funded by the Amgen Foundation and developed at Harvard University, providing middle, high school and university teachers and students access to personalized instruction, virtual lab experiences and networking opportunities across the global scientific community.
Audience: High school teachers and students
Location: Program sites are located in Asia Pacific, Europe, Türkiye & Africa and the Americas.
The Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE) empowers teachers to bring biotechnology into high school classrooms. The program provides professional development and curriculum, materials as well as loaned research-grade equipment and reagents at no cost to participating schools.
Audience: Undergraduate students
Regional program: Host institutions are located in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Amgen Scholars allows undergraduates from across the globe to participate in cutting-edge research opportunities at world-class institutions. Participants undertake a research project, attend seminars and a regional symposium to meet peers and hear from leading scientists.
Audience: High school teachers and students
Location: Global (Virtual)
Through its online platform, Khan Academy aims to provide free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. The Amgen Foundation is the exclusive sponsor of its multi-lingual biology resources, ranging from ninth-grade biology content through to Advanced Placement® (AP) Biology.
