ARCS Foundation Northern California

Advancing Science in Northern California
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ARCS Foundation supports young scientists at the seed stage of their research
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ARCS FOUNDATION SCHOLARS LEAD THE WAY IN SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY AND SOCIAL IMPACT
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ARCS Northern California Celebrates 60 Years of Sponsorship

Posted on Thursday, January 31, 2019

The ARCS Foundation is celebrating 60 years of sponsoring the best young thinkers in STEM with the not-so-subtle mission of changing — and maybe saving — the world. Read the full article at The Nob Hill Gazette.Read more

Scholar Alum Named Director of Smithsonian Zoo

Posted on Thursday, January 31, 2019

Steven Monfort, ARCS Northern California Chapter Scholar Alum, is the newly named John and Adrienne Mars Director of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C. Long before becoming Director, Dr. Monfort received funding from ARCS Foundation while pursuing a veterinary degree at the University... Read more

About ARCS Foundation

Cassidy Kelly, San Francisco State University
"The ARCS award has allowed me to prioritize my coursework and research in a way that would not otherwise be possible. I estimate that without it, I would be working well upwards of 20 hours a week in addition to my scholarly activities and the quality of my work would necessarily suffer. Truly, of any academic recognition I have ever received, the ARCS award is what I am most proud of."
Willie Mae Reese, UC Berkeley
"With your support, I do not have to worry about funding my studies as I acclimate to my new campus and graduate school. I am able to have more independence in choosing my research and can study and contribute to an area that I am passionate about because it is socially relevant science. In the future, I hope to inspire other young scientists to pursue STEM careers."
Elizabeth Crook, UC Santa Cruz
"As I finish my thesis on coral reef research in the ocean sciences, these generous funds have allowed me to focus solely on my dissertation. As a new mom, this focus is extremely valuable, and allows me to spend my spare moments at home with my son rather than putting in extra hours toward my stipends and fees. Your donation has helped me achieve a positive work-life balance, which is something many female scientists strive to attain!"