Events

ARCS Supernova 2025 - Annual Scholar Celebration & Symposium | The Minds of Today Creating Solutions for Tomorrow

 

 

A CELEBRATION OF INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE!

ARCS Foundation’s Northern California Chapter hosted its annual signature event, Supernova, on April 21 at the City Club of San Francisco. The gala celebrated the brilliance and innovation of this year's cohort of 80 ARCS NCC Scholars, raising the visibility of their cutting-edge research, and providing them with public speaking opportunities. ARCS NCC provides over $1,000,000 annually in unrestricted merit-based awards to students pursuing advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering, math, and medical research at its seven partner universities: UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Merced, UC San Francisco, UC Santa Cruz, San Francisco State University, and Stanford University.

The evening included two expert-moderated roundtables featuring ARCS Scholar panelists discussing “The Role of Scientists in Public Policy” and “The Art of Pivoting: Adapting Research When Results are Unexpected”. Current ARCS scholars were present to engage a mostly lay audience in the impact potential of their research. For a playful touch, guests could enter a “Talk to a Scholar Raffle” for a chance to win an Apple watch.

Almost 300 attendees enjoyed the evening of science combined with great food and wine. "Supernova is more than just an event; it's an evening of inspiration, innovation, and celebration," said event chair Rita Benton Milner. "We are paving the way for a brighter future through the advancement of science and a science-informed public.” 

Visit ARCS Supernova Symposium to learn more about the scholars and their research. 

           

 

 

 

 

Thank you to our corporate partners!
 

Glynn Capital Management

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NVIDIA

Event Sponsor