Celebrating the groundbreaking work of the Fellows and inspiring public dialogue through a series of nationwide events and conversations.
“For 45 years, MacArthur Fellows have defied boundaries, by questioning conventions, crossing disciplines, and driving collective progress. The 2026 Fellows continue that creative tradition—they explore the depths of our humanity; they reveal untold origins to modern challenges; they expand the edges of scientific inquiry and life-saving research. They show us new ways to understand the world.”
—Kristen Mack
Vice President, Communications, MacArthur Fellows, and Partnerships
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Explore a collection of stories and insights from our MacArthur Fellows, including Fellows Spotlight and Fellows in Conversation.
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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