James Sanders

The University Corp. for Atmospheric Research provides research and support in the field of atmospheric sciences. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Boulder, CO.

Southeastern Universities Research Association, Inc. (SURA) operates as an association of colleges and universities. It is the consortium of universities and colleges in the southern and eastern United States. It sponsors research projects in engineering, biology, physical and natural sciences. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Research Foundation of the State University of New York Raises funds, promotes research, and administers gifts and grants that support the educational activities. It focuses on research and other sponsored programs funded by federal and state governments, private sector companies and nonprofit foundations. The company was founded by John B. Fitzgibbons in 1951 and is headquartered in Albany, NY.

National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The American Association for the Advancement of Science provides science related journal, program, and education services. The firm also promotes the responsible use of science in public policy. The company was founded in 1848 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The National Academies of Science operates as a private non-profit organization that provides advice in sciences, engineering and medicine. It conducted through seven major program areas: Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education, Earth and Life Studies, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Health and Medicine, Policy and Global Affairs, Transportation Research Board, and the Gulf Research Program. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution engages in the provision of marine research, engineering, and higher education services. It offers services which include understanding the area of research, program and projects, facilities and services, data and repositories, and MBLWHOI library. The company was founded on January 6, 1930 and is headquartered in Woods Hole, MA.

Climos, Inc. explores various natural processes for removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The firm’s ocean iron fertilization, a mitigation technique for sequestering atmospheric carbon dioxide that contributes to global warming, ocean acidification, and other environmental change. The company was founded by Daniel G. Whaley and Richard Daniel C. Whilden in 2006 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Jet Propulsion Laboratory operates a national research facility. It is a federally funded research and development center. The firm specializes in robotic space and Earth science missions. The company was founded by Frank Malina, Ed Forman, and Jack Parsons on October 31, 1936 and is headquartered in Pasadena, CA.

The National Research Council provides science, technology and health policy consulting and advice. The company was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Desert Research Institute Foundation supports environmental science research to maximize DRI's impact on improving people's lives. It offers research in atmospheric, earth and ecosystem sciences. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV.

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is a non-profit organization which focuses on the microbial life and biogeochemical dynamics of the world’s ocean, advancing society’s understanding of the interactions between ocean ecosystems, global processes, and the environment. It offers seawater suite, Bigelow analytical services, high performance computing cluster, and industrial collaboration laboratory. The company was founded by Charles S. Yentsch and Clarice Yentsch in July 1974 and is headquartered in East Boothbay, UT.

The National Science Foundation supports fundamental science and engineering researches. It offers services to people in all scientific and engineering disciplines. The firm focuses on the promotion and progress of science to advance the national health, prosperity and welfare. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.