Michael Eisen

Michael Eisen is a scientist and biologist known for his work in genetics and molecular biology. He helped develop key open-access resources like the Genome Browser, making genetic information freely accessible to researchers worldwide. Eisen advocates for open science, arguing that sharing scientific data openly accelerates discovery and benefits everyone. He co-founded platforms such as Public Library of Science (PLOS), promoting free access to scientific research. His contributions have had a significant impact on how biological data is shared and used, fostering collaboration and transparency in scientific research.