The MacArthur Foundation’s ‘genius’ fellows: The full 2026 class list
The MacArthur Foundation announced its 2026 class of 20 fellows, who will each receive $800,000 over five years. The interdisciplinary group includes artists and scientists.
NEW YORK (AP) — The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation unveiled its 2026 class of fellows on Tuesday, an interdisciplinary list of 20 individuals ranging from artists to scientists. The recipients will receive $800,000 over the next five years for them to spend as they please. The prize, often called a “genius” grant, […]
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