The Amgen Foundation is deeply committed to reimagining and expanding access to science education. The Foundation works with leading nonprofits and universities to provide best-in-class science education programs at no cost to teachers and students — with the goal of advancing biotechnology literacy and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Since 1990, the Amgen Foundation has contributed more than $475 million to nonprofit organizations around the world, including $275 million to science education. In 2024, the Amgen Foundation programs reached more than 25 million students and educators worldwide.

Curious about the global impact of our education initiatives? Explore our interactive map and learn more at amgenfoundation.org.

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What is the Amgen Foundation?

The Amgen Foundation inspires the scientists of tomorrow with various scientific education programs.Watch the video and learn more about the Amgen Foundation. Watch the video and learn more about the Amgen Foundation.

  • LabXchange

    Funded by the Amgen Foundation and developed at Harvard University, LabXchange is a free, online platform for science learning that provides middle school, high school and university level teachers and students with access to personalized instruction, virtual lab experiences and networking opportunities across the global scientific community.

    To view the number of students reached in the Netherlands to date, please visit: amgenfoundation.org/about/around-the-world

  • Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE)

    The Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE) is an innovative science education program that gives secondary school students a first-hand introduction to the fascinating world of science. Since its launch in 1990, it has been sparking student enthusiasm for biotechnology. Amgen’s education program is now available in twenty countries across the globe.

    In the Netherlands, the Amgen Biotech Experience partnered with the Reizende DNA-labs in 2017. The program supports them with laboratory equipment and educational materials, enabling around 9,000 high school students annually to participate in various hands-on lab sessions.

    Read more at dnalabs.nl and/or watch this video:


    Another key component of the Amgen Biotech Experience (ABE) is the Master Teacher Fellowship — an annual program that recognizes ABE educators and gives them the opportunity to further develop their expertise. Fellows contribute to the program through LabXchange and other teaching materials. With support from an Amgen advisor, they choose a life science topic, conduct a curriculum project, and create associated classroom resources.

    Educators in the Netherlands have also completed this fellowship. Watch the video to hear their stories:


    Curious about the global impact of our education initiatives? Explore our interactive map and learn more at amgenfoundation.org.

  • Amgen Scholars

    The Amgen Scholars Program, established in 2006, is a summer research opportunity for undergraduate students at 25 premier educational and research institutions across the United States, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Canada. Participants conduct research projects under the guidance of leading faculty, attend seminars and networking events, and present their findings at a regional symposium.

    Throughout the program, students connect with peers, showcase their work, explore biotechnology, and engage with world-class scientists. Financial support is a key part of the program, ensuring that all eligible students — regardless of financial background — can take part.

    To see the impact of the Amgen Foundation’s science education programs around the world, explore our interactive map.

  • Khan Academy

    Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization, founded in 2007, with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. The full suite of Khan Academy education resources covers numerous subjects, spanning preschool through early college, with select subjects available in 50+ languages. Since 2015, the Amgen Foundation has been the exclusive sponsor of Khan Academy’s online biology resources, which include high school and college-level biology content.

Learn more about the Amgen Foundation

For more information on the work of the Amgen Foundation and to learn more about each individual program visit amgenfoundation.org