About Morse Research

Our Namesake

Samuel Finley Breese Morse (1791–1872) was an American polymath best known for his work in invention, art, and political advocacy. As an inventor, he developed the single-wire electric telegraph (1832–35) and co-created Morse code (1837–38) with Alfred Vail, revolutionizing long-distance communication.

As an artist, he was a leading portrait painter in the early 19th century, known for technically skilled and character-driven works (including portraits of figures like Lafayette). He studied in England and Europe, founded and served as first president of the National Academy of Design (1826–45), and created ambitious pieces like Gallery of the Louvre.

As an advocate, he authored essays such as Foreign Conspiracy Against the Liberties of the United States and Imminent Dangers to the Free Institutions of the United States Through Foreign Immigration, warning against mass immigration and its threat to American democracy and values.

Our Mission

Samuel F. B. Morse's monumental legacy as an innovator, artist, and patriotic American inspires our research. We strive to use innovative research methods to communicate vital information to the American people.

Just as the telegraph created a revolution in information-sharing, Morse Research will leverage custom-built software tools using the latest data science technology to cultivate a highly informed American citizenry.