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  • TEConomy Reports
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Competing for Arkansas’ Future

A report compiled by TEConomy reveals the true economic impact ARA has had on the state of Arkansas.

  • ARA Video Collection
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Meet the ARA Academy

Comprised of ARA Scholars and Fellows, the ARA Academy represents six research campuses in Arkansas, contributing research in areas like drug discovery, biomedicine, laser technology, artificial intelligence, agricultural science and cyber security.

  • Voices 4 Research
  • Videos
ARA: Economic Catalyst

Arkansas Research Alliance serves the state by giving voice to innovation and discover in the Natural State.

  • AR-BIC
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AR-BIC 2024 Proceedings
  • ARA Project Scopes
  • Videos
May 2023 ARA Project Scope with Dr. Laura Schnackenberg

ARA Academy Member Dr. Laura Schnackenberg of the FDA’s National Center for Toxicological Research discusses her team’s research in alternative methods of drug testing, including tissue chips.

  • ARA Project Scopes
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March 2023 ARA Project Scope with Dr. John Imig

ARA Academy Member Dr. John Imig of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences shares recent research conducted by his team.

  • ARA Project Scopes
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February 2023 ARA Project Scope with Dr. Jingyi Chen

ARA Academy Member Dr. Jingyi Chen of the University of Arkansas shares her research into the potential (and the reality) of nanomaterials.

  • ARA Project Scopes
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June 2023 ARA Project Scope with Dr. Jianfeng Xu

ARA Academy Member Dr. Jianfeng Xu of Arkansas State University shares his research in genetically engineering plants for biofuel and therapeutic benefits.

Doug Hutchings
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The Science Behind The Natural State

I often wonder how Arkansans view the state’s efforts to bolster innovation, support entrepreneurship and advance research activities. Growing up in Mena, I know it wasn’t on my radar, and I don’t remember it being discussed at all. There were usually much more pressing needs that demanded attention.