HelioArc Foundation
HelioArc Foundation
HelioArc Foundation

The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

The Research Foundation for Heliophysics and Space Weather

Humanity’s first line of knowledge against space weather threats…

Humanity’s first line of knowledge against space weather threats…

Humanity’s first line of knowledge against space weather threats…

Our Mission

The HelioArc Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of research into Space Weather and the Sun’s impacts throughout the Solar System, for the benefit of society.

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.

Our Mission

The HelioArc Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of research into Space Weather and the Sun’s impacts throughout the Solar System, for the benefit of society.

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.

Our Vision

We believe in a future where humanity ventures beyond Earth with confidence, empowered by a deep understanding of the Sun's influence on our entire solar system. In this vision, Heliophysics and space weather research unite the space industry and academia to protect life on Earth, sustain humanity’s voyages into deep space, and bring our astronauts safely home.

Our Vision

We believe in a future where humanity ventures beyond Earth with confidence, empowered by a deep understanding of the Sun's influence on our entire solar system. In this vision, Heliophysics and space weather research unite the space industry and academia to protect life on Earth, sustain humanity’s voyages into deep space, and bring our astronauts safely home.

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.

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 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.

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 independent support that amplifies the impact of publicly funded science and helps ensure its continuity in times of uncertainty.

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 independent 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

We inform the public on the Sun-Earth interactions that impact our infrastructure and deep-space exploration.

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esilience

We preserve and advance long-range research that leverage private and public investment.

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ommunities

We empower space-reliant communities to mitigate space weather risks.

Resilience

Communities

Awareness

Our Arc of Impact

A

wareness

We inform the public on the Sun-Earth interactions that impact our infrastructure and deep-space exploration.

R

esilience

We preserve and advance long-range research that leverage private and public investment.

C

ommunities

We empower space-reliant communities to mitigate space weather risks.

Resilience

Communities

Awareness

Our Arc of Impact

A

wareness

We inform the public on the Sun-Earth interactions that impact our infrastructure and deep-space exploration.

R

esilience

We preserve and advance long-range research that leverage private and public investment.

C

ommunities

We empower space-reliant communities 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 recognized authority whose work continues to shape our understanding of the Sun and its impact on geospace and space weather.

Our strength lies in a rare convergence of expertise in Heliophysics and Artificial Intelligence, institutional leadership, and deep personal commitment. The Sun is our driving force, keeping our mission tightly aligned with the needs of the communities we serve.

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 recognized authority whose work continues to shape our understanding of the Sun and its impact on geospace and space weather.

Our strength lies in a rare convergence of expertise in Heliophysics and Artificial Intelligence, institutional leadership, and deep personal commitment. The Sun is our driving force, keeping our mission tightly aligned with the needs of the communities we serve.

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist, AI/ML

Founder, President

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist, AI/ML

Founder, President

Raphael Attié, PhD

Heliophysicist, AI/ML

Founder, President

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Board Director

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Board Director

Florian Gautier, PhD

Instrument Scientist

Board Director

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | VP

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | VP

Chadi Salem, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | VP

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Cynthia López-Portela, PhD

Space Physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Emily Mason, PhD

Solar physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Emily Mason, PhD

Solar physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Emily Mason, PhD

Solar physicist

Board Director | STEM outreach

Nicole Walker

AI automation

Board Director | STEM outreach

Nicole Walker

AI automation

Board Director | STEM outreach

Nicole Walker

AI automation

Board Director | STEM outreach

Call to Action

Immediate objectives

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Immediate objectives

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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.

© 2025 The HelioArc Foundation, Inc.

© 2025 The HelioArc Foundation, Inc.

© 2025 The HelioArc Foundation, Inc.