The Carlsberg Foundation claims to be one of the oldest industrial foundations, built on the success as a brewery in the late 19th century, which went on to invest part of its profits in fundamental scientific research. J.C. Jacobsen and his son, together have bequeath the world a fascinating model for ‘giving back to society’. Today, the Foundation continues the tradition.

<p>The Carlsberg Foundation claims to be one of the oldest industrial foundations, built on the success as a brewery in the late 19th century, which went on to invest part of its profits in fundamental scientific research. J.C. Jacobsen and his son, together have bequeath the world a fascinating model for &lsquo;giving back to society&rsquo;. Today, the Foundation continues the tradition.</p>

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