Fast Money: How a Coronavirus Research Funder Moved Millions in a Matter of Days

Fast Money: How a Coronavirus Research Funder Moved Millions in a Matter of Days

Fast Grants, a new coronavirus research grantmaking program backed by tech industry wealth, responded to applications in just 48 hours, rather than months. We asked Tyler Cowen, the economist behind it, how it all came together.

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Can Koch Money Come To Campus Without a Fight? Ask Catholic University

Foundations controlled by the Koch brothers are major donors to colleges and universities. But before going after this money, it's worth considering the headaches that may ensue. A case in point: Catholic University of America’s business and economics school recently accepted a $1 million grant from the Charles Koch Foundation -- only to find itself embroiled in controversy.
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