Throughout its 20-year history, Addgene’s mission has been to empower scientists to advance discoveries by reducing barriers, facilitating access to high-quality research materials, tools, and resources, while also fostering scientific collaboration. The first request through Addgene in 2004 allowed the transfer of a plasmid between two academic laboratories. While Addgene is well known for facilitating research at nonprofit organizations, we have always sought to support scientists at all resea