An alumna and board member of Skidmore, her decision to fund a chair there was rather easy. At Skidmore she talks of an increase in the number of students interested in science. And Heckrodt doesn't remove himself from the research he funds. He spends time talking with campus scientists whose work is funded by the William F. Heckrodt Program for Fiber Crop Development and Utilization. He does, however, note that his comments aren't always received as well as he would like.
Scientists have their own ideas.
That there is a new cohort of philanthropists with definite goals in mind is clear. It remains to be seen whether their desire to change the way things are done and place money with their passions has the effect they seek. As in science, it's the results that are important. Inc. All rights reserved. We welcome your opinion.