Frequently Asked Questions

1.	Why did the Foundation decide to allocate funds to the California Institute of Technology?
	As an alumnus and trustee of Caltech, Gordon Moore has a special connection to the university, an institution at the forefront of higher education and scientific research. As a result, the Foundation has committed $300 million in potential grants over 10 years.
2.	How much money has been given to Caltech to date?
	The Foundation had awarded more than $271 million in grants to Caltech.
3.	What are some examples of grants that have been made?
	A $27.7 million grant enabled Caltech to construct a state-of-the-art MRI facility in order to study higher brain function. A $17.5 million grant helped create the Interdisciplinary Center for Ultrafast Science and Technology, dedicated to developing the ability to observe the complex interactions among molecules and cells.
4.	How does the Foundation’s commitment to Caltech fit within the Foundation's overall mission?
	The Foundation is dedicated to promoting scientific breakthroughs that will effect change and positively impact the world for future generations. Allocating funds to an institution at the forefront of science and technology helps foster the occurrence of exciting, transformative discoveries.
5.	How does the Foundation decide which grants to fund?
	The Foundation works closely with Caltech to review projects that meet the goals of both organizations. Once a project has been identified, the Foundation’s program staff works closely with Caltech to develop grant proposals.

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