Schmidt Futures

Schmidt Futures is a philanthropic initiative established by Eric and Wendy Schmidt. Its mission is to identify and support exceptional individuals who are leveraging science and technology to address significant global challenges and improve society. The organization bets early on talented people to foster innovative solutions. By building networks of talent from diverse fields, Schmidt Futures applies science and technology to solve complex problems. The initiative's key areas of focus include artificial intelligence, biosciences, and climate science. It funds a variety of programs, fellowships, and research to accelerate breakthroughs for public benefit. Schmidt Futures offers numerous global programs accessible to Indian students, including Rise, a worldwide initiative for young people aged 15-17. Other notable programs are the Schmidt Science Fellows and the Quad Fellowship, which provide scholarships, mentorship, and networking opportunities to promising individuals.