A project of Pathways to Equity
Welcome to Innovations in Science
Innovations in Science is a new project that emerged from a partnership between scientists and local newspapers. Our mission is to foster a nationwide ecosystem of robust local science journalism, beginning in the small upstate NY college town of Ithaca.
We believe that scientific advances should not be siloed behind the walls of research institutions — and that communities around the country and local researchers alike benefit from shared engagement around science. Locals deserve to know about the transformative advances being made in their own backyards, just as the researchers making those advances deserve to have their story told.
Ithaca, NY & beyondOur mission
We are building a community-focused platform for sharing the stories of science, so that we can all appreciate the wonders happening in our own neighborhoods.
What we do
Spotlight local researchers
We bring Cornell, Ithaca College, and regional scientists directly to the public through accessible, in-depth articles.
Print & digital platform
Published in the Ithaca Times and online, reaching readers across the Finger Lakes and nationally.
Build lasting connections
We create ongoing infrastructure between scientists, journalists, and the communities they serve.
Scale nationally
Starting in Ithaca, our model is designed to replicate in local newsrooms across the country.
Help keep science in the conversation
Innovations in Science is powered by community support through Pathways to Equity. Your contribution funds the research, partnerships, and storytelling that connect Ithaca’s world-class science to the people who live here — and the communities across the country who deserve the same. A crowdfunding campaign is coming soon!