#20 David Spergel on Cosmology, Scientific Discovery, and the Role of Philanthropy

David Spergel is a theoretical astrophysicist and professor emeritus of astrophysical sciences at Princeton University. A renowned cosmologist, he helped lead NASA’s landmark Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) mission, which revolutionized our understanding of the universe, and later chaired NASA’s independent study team on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. As president of the Simons Foundation, he carries forward the vision of its co-founders, Jim and Marilyn Simons, and advocates for the unique role philanthropy can play in advancing bold, long-term scientific research and discovery.

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