Mejj Foundation
Advancing basic science, mathematics, and the exploration of the universe.
Our Philosophy
The universe is the frontier. We back the fundamental research that takes us toward it — science whose payoff can’t be scheduled, mathematics that maps the territory, and ideas that begin as impossibilities: in Star Trek’s words, “to boldly go where no one has gone before.”
Live long and prosper
- Basic science Advancing curiosity-driven research in the natural sciences — the questions asked before anyone knows what the answers will be worth.
- Mathematics Supporting mathematical research and development — the shared language every science is written in.
- Innovation with a human center Encouraging technological and scientific innovation, while emphasizing humanistic education and personal development — truth, goodness, beauty, and love.
- Universe and spacetime exploration & travel Encouraging bold work on the far frontier, from the warp drive to quantum teleportation and the Star Trek transporter. Today’s thought experiments are tomorrow’s engineering.
- Life sciences Advancing research and innovation in the life sciences — understanding life deeply enough to care for it better.
Inspiration
Institutions and teachers that shaped how we think about supporting science.
Simons Foundation
Proof of what patient support can do for pure mathematics and basic science.
Richard Feynman & the Feynman Lectures
The teacher who showed that understanding, honestly earned, is a joy.