Fred Kavli was a Norwegian-American physicist and entrepreneur, best known for founding the Kavli Foundation in 2000. The foundation supports scientific research in fields such as astrophysics, nanoscience, and neuroscience, aiming to advance knowledge and promote collaboration among scientists. Born on October 24, 1927, in Bergen, Norway, Kavli emigrated to the United States in 1955. He had a successful career in the technology industry, particularly in the field of electronic instrumentation. Kavli passed away on October 21, 2013, leaving a legacy of support for scientific innovation and discovery.