ARCS Oregon Scholar Derek Lilienthal knows “the field of AI moves quickly, and being able to generate and refine impactful ideas at speed is a crucial skill.” He’s pushed himself in the first year of his PhD program examining Artificial Intelligence, while simultaneously working part-time at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory...
Julissa Ortiz-Delatorre is The Susan and Bill Smith/UO Endowment Scholar in the Department of Human Physiology at the University of Oregon. She is studying the effects of estrogen depletion on human skeletal muscle mechanics and metabolism independent of age.
Julissa recently attended the 2025 “Advances in Skeletal Biology Conference,” held at...
As we approach the end of ARCS Oregon’s fiscal year, we want to thank everyone who has contributed to the continued success of ARCS Foundation Oregon over the past months. Whether you are a member or a friend, thank you. The ARCS mission to further science in the United States is...
Our second 2025 recipient of the President’s Award has been a member of ARCS Oregon since 2010. She has served in many roles related to communications. This member is not one to call attention to herself, but she willingly volunteers for what needs to be done. She has managed multiple transitions...
The first awardee is a relatively new member, but she jumped right in with both feet when she joined us in 2020. Turns out, this is her general approach to life: Anything worth doing is worth giving it your all! Her super power is her ability to approach all challenges with...
In the ever-evolving landscape of scientific discovery, stable funding and institutional support are often the unsung heroes behind groundbreaking research. For one dedicated researcher and postdoctoral scientist, these resources have enabled the pursuit of critical questions about health and longevity.
Erik, an ARCS Foundation Oregon alum from the University of Oregon...
On Friday, April 18, ARCS Scholar Alum Heather Pollington (Foote) successfully defended her doctoral thesis. Heather conducted her research in Dr. Chris Doe’s lab at the University of Oregon. Her thesis, titled “Intrinsic Developmental Mechanisms Promoting Interneuron Identity in the Drosophila Embryo,” explores key developmental processes in neural identity.
ARCS Stands Strong with Science and in support of our scholars. As we face unprecedented threats to science, we are called to respond. The uncertainty of our current funding environment is existential for scientific research in the United States. Our mission to elevate the scientific enterprise in...
As a new member of ARCS, I joined with the hope of connecting with others who are passionate about supporting scientific research, particularly through philanthropy. I’ve been asked to share my experiences and advice from graduate school, and I hope these reflections provide insight and encouragement to current PhD students, especially...
As spring brings renewal to our campuses, we are reminded of the extraordinary impact your commitment has made on the next generation of STEM innovators. Last year, your generosity helped us award 93 research scholarships to promising graduate students whose work spans from measuring the...
