By Brooke Binkowski
Times of San Diego
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Natural History Museum has received one of the largest donations in its history, which the museum says will strengthen its research and conservation work for years to come.
The $10 million gift, from Dr. Irwin Jacobs, will establish the museum’s Joan and Irwin Jacobs Center for Science and Conservation.
“This landmark gift is an investment in our science and in the future of our region,” said Judy Gradwohl, the San Diego Natural History Museum’s president and chief executive officer.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to expand our research and ensure that our region’s biodiversity is studied, resilient, and celebrated for years to come. It boosts our ability to employ new technology, work with partner organizations, and train the next generation of conservation scientists.”
“This is about investing in the future of scientific discovery and research.”
The Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 by a small group of citizen scientists with a focus on environmental preservation. It uses its research collection of nearly 9 million specimens to advance conservation work in Southern California and the Baja California Peninsula.
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Brooke Binkowski is the morning news editor of Times of San Diego with which San Diego Jewish World shares articles under auspices of the San Diego Online News Association.