“The 2025 MacArthur Fellows expand the boundaries of knowledge, artistry, and human understanding. They focus our attention on microbial worlds and distant stars, community vitality and timeless traditions, sacred and improvisational music, and shared histories of our time on Earth. With virtuosity, persistence, and courage, they chart new paths toward collaborative, creative, and flourishing futures.”
—Kristen Mack
Vice President, Communications, MacArthur Fellows, and Partnerships
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What is the MacArthur Fellowship?
The MacArthur Fellowship is an $800,000, no-strings-attached award to extraordinarily talented and creative individuals as an investment in their potential.
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Fellows in Focus
Explore a collection of rich stories and salient insights from our MacArthur Fellows in Spotlight, Conversation, and Roundtable formats.
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