The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

We safeguard humanity’s first line of knowledge against space weather threats

We safeguard humanity’s first line of knowledge against space weather threats

We safeguard humanity's first line of knowledge against space weather threats

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our Mission

The HelioArc Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to funding research and education in Heliophysics and space weather. Our mission is to reveal the wonders of living around our magnetically active star, the Sun. In our pursuit of knowledge, we raise Awareness of the Sun’s influence on our world, strengthen Resilience against space hazards, and empower Communities to thrive within our cosmic environment. This guiding "Arc of impact" is at the heart of our mission and reflected in our name.

Our Vision

We believe in a future where humanity ventures beyond Earth with confidence, safeguarded by deeper knowledge of the Sun's influence throughout the solar system. In this vision, public research and the private space industry work in concert to protect life on Earth, sustain humanity's voyages into deep space, and bring our astronauts safely back to their families.

Our Vision

We believe in a future where humanity ventures beyond Earth with confidence, safeguarded by deeper knowledge of the Sun's influence throughout the solar system. In this vision, public research and the private space industry work in concert to protect life on Earth, sustain humanity's voyages into deep space, and bring our astronauts safely back to their families.

Humanity has always gazed at the stars to look for answers, to measure time, to navigate, or just to contemplate these mysterious beacons of light.

The Sun is our nearest star, powered by thermonuclear reactions at its core. It is also magnetically active, and often erupts violently. Heliophysics studies its impact on Earth, the solar system, and humanity. It helps us understand solar energetic events like solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and other eruptive events.

These dynamic conditions that impact Earth and geospace are known as “space weather”. While it is the cause of beautiful auroras, it can also knock out satellites, GPS, radio communications, power grids, and even endanger astronauts.

Humanity has always gazed at the stars to look for answers, to measure time, to navigate, to contemplate.

The Sun is our nearest star, Earth’s primary source of light, our elemental source of life. It is also magnetically active, and very hot, which means it often erupts.

Heliophysics studies its impact on Earth, the solar system and humanity. It helps us understand solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and other eruptive events.

These dynamic conditions driven by solar activity that impact Earth and geospace are known as “space weather”. While it is the cause of beautiful auroras, it can also knock out satellites, GPS, radio communications, power grids, and even endanger astronauts and U.S. armed forces.

Humanity has always gazed at the stars to look for answers, to measure time, to navigate, or just to contemplate these mysterious beacons of light.

The Sun is our nearest star, powered by thermonuclear reactions at its core. It is also magnetically active, and often erupts violently. Heliophysics studies its impact on Earth, the solar system, and humanity. It helps us understand solar energetic events like solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and other eruptive events.

These dynamic conditions that impact Earth and geospace are known as “space weather”. While it is the cause of beautiful auroras, it can also knock out satellites, GPS, radio communications, power grids, and even endanger astronauts.

A new funding model for Heliophysics

Supporting the explorers of our heliosphere

A new funding model for Heliophysics

Supporting the explorers of our heliosphere

A new funding model for Heliophysics

Supporting the explorers of our heliosphere

At HelioArc, we believe that Heliophysics thrives when it is driven by human curiosity, real-world relevance, and a commitment to lasting societal benefit. To fully realize its potential, this field needs visionary partners. Our mission to safeguard and advance humanity’s understanding of the Sun calls for long-term private support that amplifies the impact of publicly funded science and helps ensure its continuity in times of uncertainty.

Resilience

Communities

Awareness

Our Arc of Impact

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wareness

To advance our understanding of the Sun-Earth interactions in relation to protecting space infrastructure and exploration, and inform on the hidden risks of space weather.

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esilience

To safeguard knowledge in Heliophysics and space weather, and enable long-range, high-impact scientific work that protect both private and public investment in space exploration, manned and unmanned.

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ommunities

Heliophysics serves the people living under the Sun's influence. Our ecosystem of scientists and educators engage space-dependent communities with impactful knowledge on how to mitigate space weather risks.

Resilience

Communities

Awareness

Our Arc of Impact

A

wareness

To advance our understanding of the Sun-Earth interactions in relation to protecting space infrastructure and exploration, and inform on the hidden risks of space weather.

R

esilience

To safeguard knowledge in Heliophysics and space weather, and enable long-range, high-impact scientific work that protect both private and public investment in space exploration, manned and unmanned.

C

ommunities

Heliophysics serves the people living under the Sun's influence. Our ecosystem of scientists and educators engage space-dependent communities with impactful knowledge on how to mitigate space weather risks.

Resilience

Communities

Awareness

Our Arc of Impact

A

wareness

To advance our understanding of the Sun-Earth interactions in relation to protecting space infrastructure and exploration, and inform on the hidden risks of space weather.

R

esilience

To safeguard knowledge in Heliophysics and space weather, and enable long-range, high-impact scientific work that protect both private and public investment in space exploration, manned and unmanned.

C

ommunities

Heliophysics serves the people living under the Sun's influence. Our ecosystem of scientists and educators engage space-dependent communities with impactful knowledge on how to mitigate space weather risks.

Who we are

The people behind the mission

Who we are

The people behind the mission

Who we are

The people behind the mission

The HelioArc Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors whose collective experience spans decades at the forefront of solar and space physics. Our directors are active leaders at premier scientific institutions and contribute to missions and programs that support NASA, NOAA, and international research efforts. Each board member is a globally recognized authority in solar and space science, whose work continues to shape our understanding of the Sun and its impact on geospace and space weather. This rare convergence of scientific expertise, institutional leadership, and deep personal commitment gives HelioArc its strength. For us, the Sun is a driving force embedded in who we are. That connection keeps our mission tightly aligned with the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist

Founder, President

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist

Founder, President

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist

Founder, President

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Secretary

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Secretary

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Secretary

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Vice President

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Vice President

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Vice President

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Treasurer

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Treasurer

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Treasurer

Contact

We'd love to hear from you

Contact

We'd love to hear from you

Contact

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're a scientist, a sponsor, or simply passionate about space, feel free to reach out. We’re always open to meaningful conversations.

Whether you're a scientist, a sponsor, or simply passionate about space, feel free to reach out. We’re always open to meaningful conversations.