Leaf with the Words 'Open Tree of Life' (IMAGE) U.S. National Science Foundation Caption The "Open Tree of Life" is one of three major new scientific projects funded by the NSF. Credit NSF National Evolutionary Synthesis Center Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.