Science Communication Lab Inc
The science communication lab, formerly named ibiology, was incorporated on november 21, 2014, pursuant to the provisions of the general corporation law of the state of delaware (section …
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We are a non-profit organization of scientists and filmmakers collaborating on documentaries in order to build a more scientifically-engaged society.
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Mission
The science communication lab, formerly named ibiology, was incorporated on november 21, 2014, pursuant to the provisions of the general corporation law of the state of delaware (section 102). The science communication lab's mission is to convey, in the form of open-access free videos, the excitement of modern biology and the process by which scientific discoveries are made. The organization's aim is to introduce the leading scientists in biology, how they think about scientific questions and conduct their research, and make known their personalities, opinions, and perspectives. The organization is innovating professional development of graduate students and postdocs through a series of courses that address experimental planning, design, and communication. Through their existing video content and a far-reaching project seeking to reimagine an introductory biology textbook, they also endeavor to support educators who want to incorporate materials that illustrate the process and practice
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· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Science Communication Lab Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 99% of the 7,611 science & technology charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyScience Communication Lab Inc is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Berkeley, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its EIN is 472404616. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $2M in annual revenue. 36 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Science Communication Lab Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 472404616. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Science Communication Lab Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 93% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.
Science Communication Lab Inc is located in Berkeley, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.
Based on official tax filings, Science Communication Lab Inc has $2M in annual revenue. It allocates 93% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 81% for science & technology charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $15M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Science Communication Lab Inc is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 36 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Science Communication Lab Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Science Communication Lab Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 93% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
We are a non-profit organization of scientists and filmmakers collaborating on documentaries in order to build a more scientifically-engaged society. Science Communication Lab Inc is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2014.
Among science & technology charities registered in United States: It allocates 93% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $2M is below the peer average of $15M.
Yes, donations to Science Communication Lab Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Science Communication Lab Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 472404616, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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SCIENCE COMMUNICATION LAB INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (12)
Source: Public filings
12 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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8 articles found
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From iBiology to Science Communication Lab: Using Film to Tell Science Stories - the-scientist.com
Science Films Can Inspire Mindful Observation That Grounds Audiences in Local Nature - SBU News
Science that speaks - UGA Today
Science Communicator Sarah Goodwin Sparks Curiosity Through Film - National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
How Reyhaneh Maktoufi transforms science through story - National Geographic
Making Science Accessible: Jennifer Frazier on Reaching a Broad Audience - UCSF Synapse
National Academies Announce 2023 Recipients of Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications - National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Science Communications Lab | Education | Materials Research Science and Engineering Center - Brandeis University
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Filings and press mentions, merged
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 36 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 36 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2014
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Science Communication Lab Inc
- What is Science Communication Lab Inc?
- Science Communication Lab Inc is a science & technology publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Berkeley, United States. We are a non-profit organization of scientists and filmmakers collaborating on documentaries in order to build a more scientifically-engaged society.
- When was Science Communication Lab Inc founded?
- Science Communication Lab Inc was founded in 2014.
- Who leads Science Communication Lab Inc?
- Sarah Goodwin serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Science Communication Lab Inc located?
- Headquartered in Berkeley, CA, United States.
- What is Science Communication Lab Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $1M-$10M. 93% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Science Communication Lab Inc trustworthy?
- Science Communication Lab Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Science Communication Lab Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 472404616.
- What is Science Communication Lab Inc's website?
- http://www.sciencecommunicationlab.org