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The ARPA Institute is in the process of developing and implementing a cleanroom for the Alikhanyan National Lab of Armenia, continues to work with the Ministry of SECS to establish a science fair program in all schools of Armenia, and has successfully raised funds and purchased modern equipment, such as: DNA sequencer for the IMB, Spectro-Photometer (IPR), Gas Chromatograph (ICP), Hypothermia Device (IPR), high Frequency Synthesizer (AANL) and biological instruments for YSU, as well as many other equipment for various institutes in Armenia.

In addition, ARPA has helped in creating 5 new small businesses in the border villages of Armenia by providing both technical guidance and financial assistance.