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From scientific breakthroughs to new open‑source tools, the Allen Institute’s work is reshaping how science is done—and who it’s for. Explore the latest news, stories, and highlights from across our research, partnerships, and open science efforts.
AI BioDesign accelerator combines experimental biology and artificial intelligence to learn nature’s design rules
Researchers from the Allen Institute, University of Washington, and Fred Hutch Cancer Center, supported by Fund for Science and Technology, will build open AI models, datasets, and tools to accelerate biological design for health, sustainability, and other global challenges
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the new lab partner: AI and future scientific discovery
Allen Institute scientists and tech experts took the international stage to explore how human-machine partnerships are pushing the boundaries of science.
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mind trip: how psilocybin changes the brain
New research may help improve psychedelic therapy for neuropsychiatric disorders
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SciShots: nervous and immune systems team up to take on parasites
Pain-sensing neurons in the intestine give marching orders to the immune system to kick off an attack against parasites
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partnering with Anthropic to supercharge research and help cure disease
From months to hours, autonomous AI agents will accelerate research in the quest for cures.
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computer model predicts aspects of cognitive performance
Allen Human Brain Atlas helped researchers design a model that looked at “intrinsic neural timescales”
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Allen Impact 2025
Technology and innovation are fueling discovery in science like never before we’re proud to be leading the way. 2025 was a year of tremendous impact...
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Allen Institute announces inaugural Innovation Awards winners
Bold Ideas fueling the breakthroughs of tomorrow
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scientists develop new way to “listen in” on the brain’s hidden language
Paradigm-shifting technology is changing how researchers do neuroscience
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Allen Institute scientists igniting curiosity of young minds
Students at the University of Puget sound are gaining valuable real-world insight and training using the Allen Institute's cutting edge resources and...
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Allen Institute Editorial and Media team wins prestigious international award
The Anthem Award recognizes work that drives positive impact and change
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Popular Mechanics: Consciousness Begins in the Body, Not the Mind, Groundbreaking Study Finds. Could That Save Countless Coma Patients?
A groundbreaking study challenges centuries of thinking, proposing consciousness originates from bodily feelings rather than cognitive thought.
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