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Current & Upcoming Opportunities / NLRAs
ISSInternational Space Station National Lab research announcements (NLRAs) seek proposals that advance R&D in key areas with demonstrated potential to develop into sustainable markets and benefit humanity. Proposed research goals vary by announcement, but all must demonstrate why the research should be conducted in space using ISS National Lab resources or facilities. Researchers from academic institutions, government agencies and organizations, and commercial companies are encouraged to review and apply. Review individual NLRAs for more information on how to apply, application deadlines, downloadable documents, and more.
Completed Opportunities / NLRAs
The NLRAThe abbreviation for an ISS National Lab Research Announcement. NLRAs are one of the ISS National Lab’s primary mechanisms to solicit proposals in specific research areas. archives offer a comprehensive overview of past research opportunities and solicitations. It details various initiatives aimed at leveraging the unique environment of the International Space Station for advancements in fields such as advanced materials and manufacturing, STEM education, biomedical engineering, and cancer research. This section is a valuable resource for understanding research previously funded through the ISS National Lab. It provides insight into the evolution of specific research areas and how research announcements have evolved.
Research Project Portfolio Interactive Map (Pipeline Map) In-progress & Complete
Browse the ISS National Lab portfolio of projects in an interactive map and database. Search current and completed projects by keyword, category, payload status, or state.
Case Studies
ISS National Lab case studies examine unique research projects that have demonstrated the benefits of conducting space-based research. Each case study offers a comprehensive overview of complex issues by presenting goals, outcomes, insights, and additional resources. Case studies are intended to enhance a reader’s understanding of the kinds of research done in microgravityThe condition of perceived weightlessness created when an object is in free fall, for example when an object is in orbital motion. Microgravity alters many observable phenomena within the physical and life sciences, allowing scientists to study things in ways not possible on Earth. The International Space Station provides access to a persistent microgravity environment. and provide critical information for future researchers looking for practical examples of how to execute a project successfully.
Forging The Path
In this series of articles, CASIS experts share knowledge and insight from their unique experience managing a national lab in space as we look to the future LEO economy and the key role the ISS National Lab plays in getting us there.
Upward®
Upward® serves as the premier platform for disseminating results from ISS National Lab-sponsored research and technology development (R&D) to the global scientific community, including both current and prospective space station investigators. Our mission for Upward is to highlight the value of space-based R&D and showcase the tangible successes of ISS National Lab-sponsored projects. By taking R&D upward to the space station and beyond, Upward advances scientific knowledge, fosters a sustainable economy in low Earth orbit(Abbreviation: LEO) The orbit around the Earth that extends up to an altitude of 2,000 km (1,200 miles) from Earth’s surface. The International Space Station’s orbit is in LEO, at an altitude of approximately 250 miles. and contributes to the betterment of humanity. Launched in February 2016, Upward is available online and as a printable PDF.
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Research Reports
Reports inform future ISS National Lab research initiatives, R&D partnership opportunities for sponsored research programs, and more.
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RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
Explore peer-reviewed journal articles related to ISS National Lab investigations.
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Missions/Launches
Mission and launch content provide detailed information about what’s heading to the International Space Station (ISS), including upcoming and past missions, as well as key details such as launch vehicles, dates, and launch locations. Discover the science, R&D, and payload descriptions heading to station and learn about the role of the ISS National Lab in promoting and managing research that can benefit humanity.
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Researcher Resources
This is a comprehensive list of resources for researchers interested in conducting experiments on the ISS. It includes detailed information on the application process, proposal submission guidelines, and available operational support to researchers. This content aims to facilitate the planning and execution of an NLRA submission by offering essential tools, timelines, and contact information to ensure successful collaboration and utilization of the ISS’s unique environment.