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EIN 45-4323888

The Scintillon Institute

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
33
City
San Diego
State
California
Year formed
2012
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
NTEE code, primary
U50: Biological, Life Science Research
Description
The Scintillon Institute pioneers pathways to fresh discoveries and transforms real world problems into industry-leading solutions by creating breakthrough technologies. The Institute engineers unique technologies, builds and disseminates new capabilities, and trains the next generation of scientists. Its mission is to advance the cause of underserved science in a spirited home for collaborative science. The non-profit research institute is located at the heart of the San Diego biotechnological community.
Total revenues
$4,040,729
2022
Total expenses
$3,729,640
2022
Total assets
$1,577,842
2022
Num. employees
33
2022

Program areas at The Scintillon Institute

The Scintillon Institute (the Institute) is a non-profit research institute located at the heart of the San Diego biotechnological community. The Institute was founded in 2012 with the goal of discovering and developing new biologically based technologies that address the fundamental needs of our growing civilization. Our research projects include novel tools for biological imaging, new perspectives on aging and cancer research, as well as innovative approaches to developing sustainable energy and food sources.

Who funds The Scintillon Institute

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Columbia UniversityResearch$270,427
Norn GroupAging Research$198,000
Foundation for Prader Willi Research (FPWR)Research$162,000
...and 3 more grants received

Personnel at The Scintillon Institute

NameTitleCompensation
Jiwu WangPresident$38,799
Erica ChavinDirector Finance / Treasurer$50,280
John NolanSecretary / Professor / Executive Fac Comm$61,466
Nathan ShanerSecretary$26,115
Richard FuTreasurer and Chief Financial Officer$0

Financials for The Scintillon Institute

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$4,006,489
Program services$19,228
Investment income and dividends$12
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$15,000
Total revenues$4,040,729

Form 990s for The Scintillon Institute

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2022-122023-11-14990View PDF
2021-122022-11-14990View PDF
2020-122021-11-05990View PDF
2019-122021-02-22990View PDF
2018-122020-01-13990View PDF
...and 5 more Form 990s
Data update history
January 5, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 27, 2023
Received grants
Identified 5 new grant, including a grant for $270,427 from Columbia University
July 18, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
June 28, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2020
May 26, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $5,000 from Lucabella Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Research centersCharities
Issues
Science and technology
Characteristics
Conducts researchReceives government fundingTax deductible donations
General information
Address
6868 Nancy Ridge Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
Metro area
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
County
San Diego County, CA
Website URL
scintillon.org/ 
Phone
(858) 657-9145
IRS details
EIN
45-4323888
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2012
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
U50: Biological, Life Science Research
NAICS code, primary
5417: Scientific Research and Development Services
Parent/child status
Independent
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