💨 Abstract

The article mistakenly leads with an unrelated headline about a town manager's arrest. The content thereafter focuses on Wendy Schmidt and her husband Eric Schmidt's philanthropic efforts in marine conservation and scientific research. Wendy Schmidt emphasizes the importance of science and technology in addressing global challenges and promoting empathy through extended reality technologies. The Schmidts are funding various projects to advance scientific research despite cuts in federal funding. Wendy Schmidt also stresses the role of philanthropy in supporting climate science and public health initiatives.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff