Universities Space Research Association ( USRA ): advancing knowledge through space and aeronautics research, developing new technologies, furthering stem education.

Founded in 1969, under the auspices of the National Academy of Sciences at the request of the U.S. Government, the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is a nonprofit …

USRA scientists are engaged in high-end scientific studies that are making major contributions to the space research community. USRA provides the stability of more than 55 years of …

The program is funded by NASA, AFRL, USRA and NSF. Students, which preferably should be enrolled in a Ph.D. program (but motivated master's or undergrads are also considered) or …

Oct 24, 2025 · USRA was created in the context of a national research and development (R&D) policy that dates from the end of World War II. The crux of the policy is that in the United …

The Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is a nonprofit research corporation organized under the laws of the District of Columbia. USRA is also approved by the U.S. …

Francesco Ursini (Università Roma Tre) Martin Weisskopf (NASA MSFC Emeritus) Josephine Wong (Stanford University) Science Organizing Committee: Chien-Ting Chen (USRA, co …

The Universities Space Research Association (USRA) today named the 2025 Distinguished Undergraduate Award winners—exceptional students recognized for … Read More

May 9, 2025 · USRA is an association of 121 universities engaged in space- and aeronautics-related research and education. University representatives compose the Council of Institutions.

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