Oak Crest Institute of Science

An innovative chemistry and biology research and education center where today’s scientists immerse a diversity of students of all academic levels in high-impact research, cultivating tomorrow’s scientists one individual at a time.

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World Class Research
Through our medical and environmental science research we impact the world with technical innovations, publications, and by involving students of all ages in STEM.

State of the Art Facilities
Our advanced facilities allow us to excel in research, education, and innovation.

Services
We support a wide range of organizations in their research by providing services and access to specialized equipment.

Collaborators
We collaborate with top educational, scientific, and applied research organizations around the world.

Tour Our Facility

Join Founder and CEO Marc Baum on a tour of our world-class research facility where scientists and students from around the world come to learn and conduct cutting edge research.

Featured News

Celebrating Excellence in STEM Mentoring: Honoring Dr. Marianne Smith, Ph.D.

One of our senior faculty members, Dr. Marianne Smith, was recently presented the annual Presidential Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMAN) award at the White House.

Oak Crest Community Impacted by Recent Wildfires

One of our board members, Charles Thomas, Jr., tragically lost his home in the Altadena Eaton Fire. He has shared his personal reflection on this experience, which you can read here.

Collaborations with South Africa

Two scientists, visiting from Cape Town, South Africa, were at Oak Crest in the early part of 2024 to get training on how to use Synthetron Flow Reactor technology. Their aim was to return to South Africa with this technology to produce anti-HIV drugs locally. Photo Legend: Dr. Kanyisile Mhlana (left) and Dr. Thembela Sonti (right) standing in front of the synthetron (middle)

Silver Jubilee Celebrations in 2023

Silver Jubilee Celebrations in 2023 with photos and lots of good wishes from alumni.

Oak Crest senior faculty member, Dr. Marianne Smith, has made significant contributions to NASA’s New Initiative to Boost Inclusivity in STEM

This report outlines the community-driven approach to co-create NASA's Bridge Program, aiming to enhance participation in SMD activities. Learn how this initiative seeks to broaden STEM opportunities for underrepresented students, faculty, and institutions through a forthcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).

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