The Markle Foundation

The Markle Foundation is dedicated to realize the advantages of emerging information and communication technologies to address various public needs. Established in 1927, the foundation specializes in the areas of health and national security. The Markle Foundation's Health program strives to bring electronic connectivity to health care that would enable patients to control medical records in a secure and private manner. The Markle Foundation s national security program is focused on the mobilization of information and information technology to improve national security while protecting established civil liberties. Additionally, it offers various publications, reports, journals and research articles. The Markle Foundation is located in New York City.