News
December 17, 2020
Andrew Yang: A pragmatic leader for New York
Vilcek Foundation President Rick Kinsel writes on Andrew Yang—and how the Vilcek Foundation prizewinner exemplifies the type of leadership New York needs to move forward. News
December 15, 2020
Spotlight Series: Perth Amboy West (Tottenville)
Curator Emily Schuchardt Navratil explores Oscar Bluemner’s precisionist landscape painting, 'Perth Amboy West (Tottenville),' through an examination of sketchbooks and notes that provide insight into this vibrant and innovative work of American Modernist art. News
December 10, 2020
Heran Darwin appointed to Vilcek Foundation Board
An inquisitive researcher and mentor, Dr. K. Heran Darwin's work and life demonstrate her belief that scientists have a responsibility to engage in work that can be applied for the betterment of humanity. News
December 9, 2020
Ruth Lehmann wins the 2021 Vilcek Prize in Biomedical Science
Developmental cell biologist Ruth Lehmann receives the honor for her ground-breaking work on reproductive cells. Media Coverage
December 7, 2020
Dr. Vivek Murthy Presented with 2020 Vilcek-Gold Award
Vivek accepted the award at AAMC’s annual meeting and participated in a discussion on human connection and public health. News
November 17, 2020
Call for Nominations: 2021 Vilcek-Gold Award for Humanism in Healthcare
The Vilcek Foundation and The Arnold P. Gold Foundation will award a $10,000 prize to an outstanding immigrant professional in public health. News
November 10, 2020
First Vote: Chinese Americans and the presidential election
In First Vote, director Yi Chen explores what divided and united Chinese American voters in the 2016 presidential election. News
November 6, 2020
NYU Langone’s Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences honors Dr. Jan T. Vilcek
The Vilcek Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences is a testament to the legacy that Dr. Jan T. Vilcek has built in pioneering biomedical research, and as a dedicated philanthropist. Media Coverage
October 29, 2020
Documentary ‘76 Days’ places sharp focus on the human impact of COVID-19
Hao Wu’s ‘76 Days,’ filmed in Wuhan, China, refers to the 76-day lockdown period in Hubei province due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The film is presented as part of the New American Perspectives program at the Hawai’i International Film Festival. News
October 23, 2020
‘Minari’ is a portrait of a South Korean immigrant family in America’s heartland
Steven Yeun plays a father who seeks to build a legacy for his family in the film ‘Minari,' presented in the New American Perspectives program at the Hawai’i International Film Festival. News
October 22, 2020
New American Perspectives in Filmmaking at HIFF 2020
The Vilcek Foundation presents films and programs celebrating immigrant filmmakers at the Hawai’i International Film Festival. News
October 19, 2020