Dr. Song Recently Named Allen Institute Next Generation Leader

Prof. Janet Song was recently named a Next Generation Leader by the Allen Institute.

The NGL program began in 2014 and highlights the vital contributions of early-career researchers to the field of science. Each NGL will complete a three-year term and contribute to ongoing research across the Allen Institute; engage with team, big, and open science practices; and ultimately act as ambassadors for the Allen Institute and its open science resources...

The program fosters a synergistic exchange of ideas between its expanding network of talent and Allen Institute scientists and provides researchers with access to a community of peers at similar stages in their careers across different organizations. This environment gives NGLs the chance to engage in cutting-edge research at the Allen Institute and its mission-driven moonshots propelled by big, team, and open science principles. The Allen Institute benefits through their fresh perspectives, creativity, and advice, which can help shape current and future directions...

The program continues to expand beyond neuroscience. This year, researchers bring critical expertise in theory, immunology, and cell biology, which aligns with the Allen Institute’s vision of collaborative, cross disciplinary science aimed at advancing human health and our understanding foundational principles in biology.