Helen will provide insights into the activities at Schmidt Futures. Founded in 2017 by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, Schmidt Futures is a philanthropic organization based in New York City, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., and London. It focuses on harnessing global talent to solve pressing problems through science and technology research. The organization funds ambitious projects that include basic research, technological innovations, and addressing societal needs such as COVID-19 relief and poverty alleviation.