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Universities Space Research Association
USRA is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology.
USRA conducts major research and educational programs, and operates premier facilities by involving universities, governments and the private sector for the benefit of humanity. USRA is an association with 121 university members. It engages the broader university community, employs in-house scientific talent, and offers innovative research, development, and project management expertise.
Key to USRA's capabilities is the role of universities. In 2024, more than 190 universities were directly involved in USRA activities. The USRA business paradigm is to engage the creativity and authoritative expertise of university faculty in these key areas: Science, Technology Research and Development, Science Facility Management and Operations, Educational & Workforce Development.
USRA conducts major research and educational programs, and operates premier facilities by involving universities, governments and the private sector for the benefit of humanity. USRA is an association with 121 university members. It engages the broader university community, employs in-house scientific talent, and offers innovative research, development, and project management expertise.
Key to USRA's capabilities is the role of universities. In 2024, more than 190 universities were directly involved in USRA activities. The USRA business paradigm is to engage the creativity and authoritative expertise of university faculty in these key areas: Science, Technology Research and Development, Science Facility Management and Operations, Educational & Workforce Development.
Purpose
To constitute an entity by means of which universities and other research organizations may cooperate with one another:
With the governments of the United States and other nations;
With other organizations toward the development and application of space-related science, technology and engineering.
With the governments of the United States and other nations;
With other organizations toward the development and application of space-related science, technology and engineering.
Vision
To benefit humanity by leading the advancement of space- and aeronautics related science, technology, and education.
Mission
Advance the space- and aeronautics-related sciences and exploration through innovative research, technology, and education programs;
Promote space and aeronautics policy;
Develop and operate premier facilities and programs by involving universities, governments, and the private sector for the benefit of humanity.
Promote space and aeronautics policy;
Develop and operate premier facilities and programs by involving universities, governments, and the private sector for the benefit of humanity.
Values
- Passion
- For science, technology, and education.
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