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With expertise spanning science, business, health, tech, engineering, and humanities, the Gund Institute community harnesses diverse perspectives to drive interdisciplinary solutions.
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We often know what’s needed for people and nature to thrive—the challenge is speed. Tackling global environmental issues requires urgent, cross-sector collaboration. This urgency drives our agile research and strong partnerships focused on delivering real-world impact.
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