Returning Researcher – Principal Investigator

While new researchers seek general, introductory information and guidance, the returning ISS National Lab researcher understands the complexities of space-based research. Whether you are seeking out your next research opportunity or about to publish results from your flight project, guidance is available. Regardless of award status, the information below serves as a reminder of how the ISS National Lab and its partners support research to benefit humanity.

Reporting

Make sure your current or past projects are in good standing. Projects that are missing deliverables, such as final reporting or surveys, could impact your ability to secure future funding. You must submit periodic reports to the ISS National Lab as per your contractual agreement. This includes progress reports, a postflight report, a final report, and a survey using the provided templates.

Publication/Distribution of Materials

We are interested in your research, including presentations, publications, patents, or product developments related to your research. We can help co-promote your research to extend its reach. Remember to acknowledge the ISS National Lab in any published materials with the statement: “Research reported in this [publication/press release/web page] was supported by the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory under [award/agreement] number (insert grant number).” Also, remember to verbally acknowledge ISS National Lab support during media interviews.

Outreach

The ISS National Lab’s marketing and outreach team promotes your research to the public and leverages social media to highlight ISS science. Utilize this team for media releases, blogs, magazine features, research videos, interviews, and public events. For publishing external materials, coordinate with the marketing team.

Ask your Operations Project Manager for our communications overview and social media guide. For press releases, contact the marketing department at marcomm@issnationallab.org at least two weeks before release.

Available Hardware and Facilities for your next project

The ISS National Lab can support your research goals, whether it be plant research, advanced materials testing, or a tissue engineering experiment. Explore the ISS Research Facilities Directory.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO CONDUCT RESEARCH THROUGH THE ISS NATIONAL LAB?

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Scientific Advancements & Results:
Space-based research is essential for advancing scientific knowledge and achieving groundbreaking R&D outcomes that are unattainable on Earth. Sharing these results fosters the growth of the space community and encourages more researchers to consider space as a viable option for addressing their most significant challenges. Upward, official magazine of the ISS National Lab, disseminates findings from ISS National Lab-sponsored research and technology development (R&D) to the global scientific community. Additionally, ISS National Lab case studies offer comprehensive overviews of unique space-based research projects, providing valuable insights and practical examples for future researchers, science enthusiasts, and prospective investors.