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ARCS Inspires STEM opportunities in Georgia

At Emory, Georgia Institute of Technology, Morehouse, and University of Georgia

We Advance Science in America

By providing financial awards to outstanding US citizens

ARCS Scholars are Among the Best and Brightest

In Science, Engineering, AND MEDICAL RESEARCH

Welcome to ARCS^® Foundation Atlanta Chapter

We fund Scholars who will change the world

WITH THE POTENTIAL TO SOLVE THE CHALLENGES OF TODAY

ARCS Foundation advances science and technology in the U.S. by providing financial awards to U.S. citizens who are studying to complete degrees in science, engineering, math, technology, and medical research.

For over 30 years, ARCS Foundation has been FUNDING STEM SCHOLARS WHO WILL CHANGE THE WORLD. ARCS Scholars are selected by their schools for their academic excellence without regard to race, creed or gender.

Since 1992, ARCS Atlanta has awarded over $8 million for more than 1,230 individual Scholar Awards to students at Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Morehouse College, and University of Georgia.

Opportunity to Change the World

ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) Foundation offers our donors the opportunity to change the world. ARCS Awards are unrestricted, and these funds enable our scholars to conduct research which has the potential to solve the challenges of today.

Promise of a Better Future

Support of our scholars is an expression of our belief that each scholar holds the promise of a better future.

ARCS Atlanta Story

The ARCS Atlanta website is a collective story, in pictures and videos, of an organization run by altruistic, dedicated women supporting the next generation of America’s most brilliant scientists with the help of visionary donors – and the unique connection that exists between us all.

ARCS Atlanta Scholars are among the brightest and most promising young research scientists in the nation. Our scholars strengthen the pipeline of STEM talent in Georgia, making Georgia a magnet for innovative companies and state-of-the-art research.

UGA SCHOLAR SAUMYA GADE

Using biomarker imaging and in-vitro patient-derived organoid lines, Saumya investigates the comparative aspects of Cushing’s disease between humans and canines through tumor targets and drug response.

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UGA SCHOLAR CHRISTIAN BROWN

Christian’s research on the range dynamics of temperate tree species uses large-scale field experiments with mathematical modeling to better understand tree species distribution shifts under ongoing climate change.

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Chris Klaus Presents in ARCS Scholar Enrichment Series

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Thursday, October 9, 2025 - 12:00

ARCS SCHOLAR ENRICHMENT SERIES

Program #1

October 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time

Assessing the Commercial Potential of Your Doctoral Research

Presented by Chris Klaus

Technology Visionary, Entrepreneur and Founder of Internet Security Systems

Please join us for a one-hour virtual session with Chris Klaus, a Georgia Tech alumnus, and...

From the President's Desk

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Thursday, October 9, 2025 - 12:00

It’s a very good beginning….

The 2025-26 year for ARCS® Atlanta is off to a very exciting start! Just as many anticipate the start of a new school year with great excitement, our chapter looks forward to the Scholar Awards Celebration and recognizing our new scholars on November 12^th. ...

ARCS® Foundation Atlanta Chapter Honored for Advancing Georgia’s Bioscience Talent Pipeline

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Wednesday, August 27, 2025 - 12:00

ATLANTA, GA — August 27, 2025 — ARCS® Foundation Atlanta Chapter (ARCS Atlanta) has been honored with the 2025 Golden Helix Award for Community Service by Georgia Life Sciences. The award was presented on August 26 at the Georgia Life Sciences Summit, held at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center...