menu Impact Report 2020 Despite the challenges, our Research and Education Programs continued to make a major impact in 2020. Thank you to all of you who made it possible. HERMANN HALLER, M.D. As the novelist James Lane Allen once said, “Adversity does not build character, it reveals it.” While the past year was dominated by adversity, it also reminded us of who we are and what we value. Read the full letter from our President Research Despite the challenges of 2020, we grew our team and advanced our research. Your support truly matters; thank you. $6.14M federal grants awarded 12 talented faculty, including 2 exceptional international hires 20 new employees 14 publications by faculty 20,000 zebrafish 1,200 axolotl 1 exciting new animal model: African Turquoise Killifish 6 visiting scientists and research collaborations A valuable five weeks on campus allowed me to work, uninterrupted, in the laboratory conducting experiments. It was a wonderful chance to work with your faculty, meet well-respected scientists and experience the beauty of Acadia National Park. It all made a big impression. Brett Keiper Visiting Scientist 2020 Education Despite the challenges of 2020, we kept science education moving by shifting to online learning. Your support truly matters; thank you. 625 attendees participating in online education programs $4.5M in endowed fellowship funds 13 courses and conferences 801 samples collected at our community lab 3,187 citizen scientists shared 18,733 observations from over 70 countries 23 virtual summer fellowships I was really able to immerse myself, working alongside people who are experts in their field, gaining knowledge I would not have received in a traditional academic setting. I felt that I was at the forefront of the research with my mentors right there beside me, walking me through it all. Sravya Bahudoodda REU Summer Fellow 2020 Our Donors The MDI Biological Laboratory is extremely grateful to all of the donors who generously support our work. This list represents contributions made from January 1 to December 31, 2020. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our list. Our sincere apologies if any omissions or errors have occurred. (* denotes alumni of the MDI Biological Laboratory's research training programs, † denotes deceased) $100,000+ $50,000 to $99,999 $25,000 to $49,999 $10,000 to $24,999 $5,000 to $9,999 $2,500 to $4,999 $1,000 to $2,499 $500 to $999 $250 to $499 $100 to $249 $1 to $99 GIVE NOW Support our research and education programs with a gift today Our scientists and students are working hard to develop new approaches to prevent and treat degenerative disease. However, their work would not be possible without your support. Your gift of any amount will bring us one step closer to ensuring all of us live longer, healthier lives. Learn more about the ways you can give Current Financial Documents 990 Form (3.9MB – PDF) MDIBL-2020-Audited-Financial-Statement Support MDIBL With a Donation Today Search 2021 • MDI Biological Laboratory • All Rights Reserved • Privacy Policy 159 Old Bar Harbor Rd Bar Harbor, ME 04609