Adam Bonica, a professor of political science at Stanford University in California, has been honored as a 2026 Andrew Carnegie Fellow for his significant contributions to the study of political polarization. He was selected as one of 24 outstanding scholars from a pool of over 380 nominees. The fellowship offers a stipend of up to $200,000 to support his research project. This initiative, backed by the Carnegie Corporation of New York, aims to create a comprehensive understanding of the factors dividing democracy and to explore potential solutions. Bonica's research integrates data science with political studies, focusing on critical areas such as campaign financing, elections, judicial politics, and political methodology. Established in 1911 by Andrew Carnegie, the Carnegie Corporation promotes the advancement of knowledge and understanding.