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For Scholars

Research collaboration.

For academic researchers across affective neuroscience, behavioral science, communication, philosophy, AI ethics, and adjacent fields.

  • Joint research, citation, and co-publication
  • Visiting scholar & fellowship inquiries
  • Curriculum integration & lecture invitations
  • Advisory and review network participation
For Funders & Foundations

Philanthropic partnership.

For foundations, philanthropies, and aligned funders shaping work at the intersection of behavioral science, AI ethics, public trust, and institutional reform.

  • Program-aligned grants & multi-year partnerships
  • Field-building & fellowship investment
  • Documentary production & release partnership
  • Convening, working session & lecture series support
For Journalists & Editorial

Press & commentary.

For journalists, editors, podcast producers, and documentary filmmakers covering AI ethics, behavioral science, regulation, and the institutional reckoning underway.

  • Expert commentary & on-the-record interviews
  • On-camera and podcast contributions
  • Citation, source review & background briefings
  • Editorial partnership on series, features & long-form work