ARCS® Foundation Atlanta Chapter was 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, and accepted by Frances Swensson, President of ARCS Atlanta.
In presenting the award, Maria Thacker Goethe, President & CEO of Georgia Life Sciences, said, “ARCS Atlanta’s steadfast commitment to advancing science, research, and innovation through support of emerging scholars aligns deeply with our mission to foster a healthier, more informed future. Their impact in our community is both measurable and inspiring.”
The Golden Helix Awards recognize excellence and achievement in Georgia’s life sciences sector, celebrating individuals, companies, and institutions whose contributions drive scientific discovery, health innovation, and economic growth. This year’s winners were announced during the Summit’s welcome reception and awards ceremony, attended by leaders from industry, academia, and government. To read the full press release, please visit: https://atlanta.arcsfoundation.org/news/arcs%C2%AE-foundation-atlanta-chapter-honored-advancing-georgia%E2%80%99s-bioscience-talent-pipeline
Thanks from Scholar Laura Redmond
"I want to thank you again for supporting my career development, and I look forward to encouraging the development of future scientists as an ARCS Scholar Alum."
Thanks from Scholar Kira Newman
"I can only begin to express how grateful I am for the freedom to pursue an independent line of research without having to worry about how I will pay for the necessary lab supplies or training. This award is allowing me to answer broader and more valuable questions than I had previously thought possible... Thank you so much for your kindness, generosity, and belief in my potential as a scientist."
Thanks from Scholar Kevin Yehl
"I was very fortunate to be selected as one of this year's ARCS scholars... I plan to pursue an academic career in chemistry... Your support will allow me to continue my biomedical research in developing novel strateigies to treat drug resistant cancers and cardiovascular diseases... Again, thank you so much for your support of the sciences and post graduate education, both of which are very important in keeping America competitive..."