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Physical and earth sciences research centers

There are 574 physical and earth sciences research centers in the United States. Combined, these physical and earth sciences research centers employ 16,336 people, earn more than $4 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $8 billion.
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Job trends for Physical and earth sciences research centers

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
101
1-10
 
58
11-25
 
29
26-100
 
32
101 to 1,000
 
13
1,000+
 
7
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Sizes of physical and earth sciences research centers

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
144
$250k to $1M
 
53
$1M to $5M
 
69
$5M to $25M
 
39
$25M to $100M
 
11
$100M+
 
8
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Directory of physical and earth sciences research centers

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American Physical Society

The American Physical Society is an educational and scientific organization whose objective is to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and Society.
Revenue
$106.3m
Assets
$313.0m
Employees
346
EIN
13-1656610
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution leads ocean research and education, enhancing economic growth and societal welfare through exploration and innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
Revenue
$344.3m
Assets
$785.1m
Employees
1,446
EIN
04-2105850
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Planetary Society

The Planetary Society is a physical or earth sciences research center in Pasadena, CA whose mission is: The Planetary Society empowers The world's citizens to advance space science and exploration.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
28
EIN
95-3423566
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hourglass Climate

Hourglass Climate researches ocean alkalinity enhancement for carbon dioxide removal, developing protocols, collaborating with partners, and sharing findings for environmental protection.
Revenue
$7.6m
Assets
$6.1m
Employees
14
EIN
99-1349001
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Blue Marble Space

Blue Marble Space (BMS) is organized exclusively for charitable, scientific, technological and educational-and-public outreach (EPO) purposes.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$1.2m
Employees
44
EIN
27-0184094
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Water Research Foundation (WRF)

The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is the leading research organization advancing the science of all water to meet the evolving needs of its subscribers and the water sector.
Revenue
$24.3m
Assets
$62.6m
Employees
54
EIN
13-6211384
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy

Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) enables astronomical discoveries through world-class facilities, advancing knowledge, research excellence, and public engagement.
Revenue
$468.8m
Assets
$146.6m
Employees
1,607
EIN
86-0138043
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Science Friday Initiative

Science Friday Initiative promotes science and technology education and discussion through digital content, radio program, and educational outreach.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$10.6m
Employees
23
EIN
13-4252173
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Universities Research Association

Universities Research Association (URA) is a membership corporation organized to engage in research, development and education in the physical and biological sciences.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$23.0m
Employees
13
EIN
52-0816670
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute connects geoscientists, advocates for the profession, enhances education, and raises public awareness of geosciences' vital societal roles.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$14.8m
Employees
52
EIN
52-0786946
IRS type
501(c)(3)

GMTO Corporation

GMTO Corporation collaborates to build the Giant Magellan Telescope, a next-generation astronomical tool for universities and research institutions.
Revenue
$46.7m
Assets
$474.1m
Employees
94
EIN
26-2637707
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Stockholm Environment Institute US Center (SEI)

The Stockholm Environment Institute's goal is to bring about change for sustainable development by bridging science and policy. We do this by conducting integrated analysis that supports decision-makers.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$4.4m
Employees
47
EIN
20-4659308
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southeastern Universities Research Association

Generally, sura's purposes are to serve as an entity by which colleges, Universities and other organizations may cooperate with one another and with government in acquiring, developing, and using laboratories, and other Research facilities; and, to initia....
Revenue
$251.9m
Assets
$54.4m
Employees
1,142
EIN
54-1156453
IRS type
501(c)(3)

New York Academy of Sciences

The New York Academy of Sciences is a membership organization with 20,000+ Members in 100 countries. They include research scientists at universities and industry, as well as representatives of business, government, and policy organizations.
Revenue
$21.2m
Assets
$23.2m
Employees
72
EIN
13-1773640
IRS type
501(c)(3)

B612 Foundation

The B612 Foundation is a private nonprofit foundation with headquarters in the United States, dedicated to planetary defense against asteroids and other near-Earth object (NEO) impacts.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
8
EIN
54-2078469
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carnegie Science (CIS)

Carnegie Science conducts biological and life science research, with Dr Eric D Isaacs at the helm. The organization in Washington, DC generated $164,744,772 in revenue last year.
Revenue
$106.5m
Assets
$1.3b
Employees
488
EIN
53-0196523
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Energetics Technology Center (ETC)

The Energetics Technology Center (ETC) provides research and engineering services, and policy development capabilities to government, academia, and private industry clients.
Revenue
$28.4m
Assets
$17.5m
Employees
50
EIN
20-5601947
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gemological Institute of America Incorporated

Gemological Institute of America's (GIA) mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism through education, research and laboratory services,.
Revenue
$274.4m
Assets
$724.0m
Employees
1,207
EIN
95-3797687
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fermi Research Alliance LLC

Fermi Research Alliance manages and operates Fermilab, a scientific user facility studying the fundamental nature of matter and energy.
Revenue
$715.5m
Assets
$18.9m
Employees
2,264
EIN
57-1239010
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mathematical Sciences Research Institute

The Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (MSRI) is dedicated to the advancement and communication of fundamental knowledge in mathematics and the mathematical sciences.
Revenue
$19.1m
Assets
$121.5m
Employees
29
EIN
94-2650833
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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