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The future starts upstream

The future starts upstream

Foundational discoveries are the source of tomorrow’s breakthroughs, but what happens if we let the river run dry?
Diana Hargreaves: Follow the Science

Diana Hargreaves: Follow the Science

The BAF complex is near and dear to Diana Hargreaves, PhD, a scientist, professor, and the J.W. Kieckhefer Foundation Chair at Salk. Hargreaves was born in Atlanta, Georgia, to a physician-scientist mother, so science had a hold on her from the very beginning.
Ana Cabrera: Clearing the Path to Discovery

Ana Cabrera: Clearing the Path to Discovery

Cabrera is the senior director of strategic operations at Salk, a right-hand role to Chief Science Officer (CSO) Jan Karlseder, PhD. Cabrera and her colleagues in the CSO’s Office support Salk scientists through all of the logistical challenges that stand between them and their potential.
Aksinya Derevyanko: Finding strength in science, stage, and synapses

Aksinya Derevyanko: Finding strength in science, stage, and synapses

Derevyanko is a postdoctoral researcher training under Nicola Allen, PhD, a professor and neuroscientist at Salk.
A look back at 25 years of discovery

A look back at 25 years of discovery

On August 16, 2025, Salk welcomed donors and friends to campus for the 29th annual Symphony at Salk.
A sold-out Symphony at Salk

A sold-out Symphony at Salk

On August 16, 2025, Salk welcomed donors and friends to campus for the 29th annual Symphony at Salk.
Salk Science at the Seaside – Symposium 2025

Salk Science at the Seaside – Symposium 2025

The Society of Research Fellows (SRF) is a group of graduate and postdoctoral researchers dedicated to fostering a sense of community among trainees at the Salk Institute.

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