Science Communication Lab Inc
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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.
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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Frequently asked questions about Science Communication Lab Inc
Science 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 Executive Director, Sarah Goodwin, received $202,090 in reported compensation in its most recent filing (2025). This figure comes straight from the organization's official filing and covers salary plus other reportable pay. Executive pay generally scales with the size and complexity of a nonprofit, so it is best read alongside the organization's revenue and what it does.
Based on official 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.
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.
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.
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 is located in Berkeley, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.
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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 $2.2 million. 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