Stanford DCI inspires accomplished individuals to thrive in their next chapter by providing opportunities to discover, connect, and contribute through engagement within Stanford’s diverse academic community.
Learn how Joan Salwen’s Stanford DCI experience led to the development of a seaweed-based supplement that cuts cows’ methane emissions by up to 80% – a major step towards reducing climate change.
Read more about Joan’s story and other inspiring DCI alumni in our DCI Profile of Impact Gallery.
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“The DCI experience gives Fellows who have been working for decades in a focused career, a chance to indulge their pure curiosity.”
Richard SallerFormer President, Stanford University;
Former Faculty Director, Stanford DCI
“The ability to step out of your comfort zone and embrace the situation and get comfortable being uncomfortable has led me to the most amazing experiences.“
Susan VobejdaStanford DCI (2023)