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Harvard Reviews Epstein's Lasting Influence on Science

2/22/2026

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Harvard University severed ties with Jeffrey Epstein in 2008 after his conviction for soliciting prostitution.
Documents show Epstein continued to influence Harvard's scientific community through connections with George Church and Martin Nowak.
Emails indicate Epstein sought to establish an investment company, Georgarage, with Church, focusing on genetic research.
Harvard is conducting a review of these ties, amid concerns about the academic environment's treatment of women and ethical standards.

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Harvard University severed ties with Jeffrey Epstein in 2008 after his conviction for soliciting prostitution.
Documents show Epstein continued to influence Harvard's scientific community through connections with George Church and Martin Nowak.
Emails indicate Epstein sought to establish an investment company, Georgarage, with Church, focusing on genetic research.
Harvard is conducting a review of these ties, amid concerns about the academic environment's treatment of women and ethical standards.