Omniscience Institute

Reinventing academia and science for impactful discoveries worldwide

Empowering Independent Researchers

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Empowering Independent STEM Researchers Worldwide

At Omniscience Institute, We are reinventing academia. Our mission is to give PhD-level researchers the independence, autonomy, and support they need to lead their own scientific inquiry, free from institutional barriers, rigid hierarchies, and outdated systems. We exist to create a fair, accessible pathway for researchers to obtain funding, build collaborations, and pursue bold, high-impact science on their own terms. By challenging the status quo, we are building a new model for how science is done, open, inclusive, and driven by curiosity, not conformity.

Two scientists in a laboratory, both wearing white lab coats and protective eyewear. The scientist in the foreground is using a pipette, while the one in the background is working on a computer. Various laboratory equipment and supplies are visible around them.
Two scientists in a laboratory, both wearing white lab coats and protective eyewear. The scientist in the foreground is using a pipette, while the one in the background is working on a computer. Various laboratory equipment and supplies are visible around them.
Our Mission
Our Vision

We are confronting a profound brain drain in science—driven by the arbitrary exclusion of talented researchers from traditional academia. Brilliant minds are being pushed out by rigid systems, limited opportunities, and outdated gatekeeping, stifling innovation and slowing human progress. Our vision is to reverse this trend. By creating an open, independent research ecosystem, we are unlocking the full potential of PhD-level scientists to lead bold, boundary-breaking work. We believe that by restoring access, autonomy, and fairness, we can transform how science is done—and accelerate discovery for the benefit of all.

Empowering Research Excellence

Supporting independent scientists in bold, interdisciplinary STEM research beyond traditional academic boundaries.

Two scientists in white lab coats are working in a laboratory, with one looking through a microscope and the other observing. The lab is equipped with various scientific equipment and supplies, including test tubes, a pipette, and laboratory storage shelves filled with containers and papers.
Two scientists in white lab coats are working in a laboratory, with one looking through a microscope and the other observing. The lab is equipped with various scientific equipment and supplies, including test tubes, a pipette, and laboratory storage shelves filled with containers and papers.
A scientist in a white lab coat and safety goggles is working in a laboratory. The scientist is interacting with a computer and a large, complex piece of lab equipment that is likely used for automated processes. There are several objects present including a cardboard box labeled 'Glass Disposal', various laboratory instruments, and a computer monitor displaying data. The lab is well-lit and organized with cabinets and shelves containing various lab supplies.
A scientist in a white lab coat and safety goggles is working in a laboratory. The scientist is interacting with a computer and a large, complex piece of lab equipment that is likely used for automated processes. There are several objects present including a cardboard box labeled 'Glass Disposal', various laboratory instruments, and a computer monitor displaying data. The lab is well-lit and organized with cabinets and shelves containing various lab supplies.
Research Projects

Our research projects are innovative, interdisciplinary, and grounded in the core fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Led by independent scholars, these projects tackle bold questions and drive scientific progress.

Our Research Scientists

Our researchers are PhD-level STEM scientists with the independence, expertise, and drive to lead their own cutting-edge research programs. They work remotely, collaborate globally, and are reshaping science through bold, self-directed inquiry.

Funding

Innovative studies empowering independent scientists in STEM fields.

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Three scientists in lab coats are engaged in examining a tablet device. Two of them are wearing safety glasses and all are wearing blue gloves. They appear to be focused and in discussion, possibly analyzing data or conducting research.
Academic Grants and Opportunities

We support our researchers in pursuing academic grants and funding opportunities at every level, including federal, private grants in the US. As an institute, we provide the necessary administrative framework and guidance to help qualified PhD-level scientists apply for and manage research funding independently. Our model enables researchers to remain competitive for prestigious grants, such as those from national science foundations, while retaining full control over their work. By reducing bureaucratic overhead and offering tailored support, we empower our members to secure the resources they need to drive high-impact, independent research.

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A high-tech laboratory environment featuring multiple digital screens displaying complex graphical data, including a large DNA helix. The room contains advanced laboratory equipment on a sleek table and a chair draped with a white lab coat. Soft lighting and a futuristic aesthetic contribute to the overall ambiance.
Two scientists are working together in a laboratory setting. One is holding a pipette and the other is closely observing. Both are wearing white lab coats and gloves, indicating they are conducting an experiment or research task. Shelves filled with books and equipment are visible in the background.
Two scientists are working together in a laboratory setting. One is holding a pipette and the other is closely observing. Both are wearing white lab coats and gloves, indicating they are conducting an experiment or research task. Shelves filled with books and equipment are visible in the background.
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person writing on white paper
Research Objectives

Our research objectives are centered on advancing high-impact, innovative science across all STEM fields through independent, investigator-driven inquiry. We aim to foster groundbreaking discoveries by empowering researchers to pursue bold questions, explore interdisciplinary approaches, and challenge conventional thinking. Our focus is on quality, originality, and societal relevance—not institutional prestige or academic metrics. By creating a supportive and flexible environment, we enable scientists to conduct meaningful research that contributes to global knowledge, technological progress, and real-world solutions.

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Director and Founder

& Research Scientist

Research Field: Bioinformatics

Dr. Dana Cohen

Director and Founder

& Research Scientist

Research Field: STEM Education

Dr. Cheryl Sundberg

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