$11M Bequest Will Advance Interdisciplinary Science at Carnegie Mellon University

A generous gift from the late Carl and Amy Jones to Carnegie Mellon University will provide the Mellon College of Science (MCS) with significant resources as it creates the future of science through interdisciplinary collaborations. The $11 million bequest will create an endowment to support research, partnerships and education at MCS for decades to come. The Joneses characterized themselves as contemplative people in their decision-making, and their bequest followed numerous conversations with university leaders and staff about their vision and how to structure a planned gift to achieve their goals. Years before their passing, the Joneses had reached out to Carnegie Mellon to discuss their interest in advancing interdisciplinary studies and scholarship in the sciences, saying that Carnegie Mellon was "the one place that can champion this concept."  "Carl and Amy Jones truly understood the vision that Carnegie Mellon has for the future of science," said Curtis A. Meyer , interim dean of MCS. "Their foresight and generosity will benefit our faculty and students for generations."  Carnegie Mellon has long been known for its interdisciplinary approach to research. Scientists in MCS' Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences and Physics often pursue groundbreaking research through collaborations with their peers in the university's other schools and colleges, including the College of Engineering, Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and School of Computer Science.