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Earth Science

The earth sciences help us understand the complex, dynamic system that makes up and sustains life on Earth. Enhancing our knowledge of the interaction of the Earth's biosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere, and cryosphere through research and technology development will lead to a more thorough scientific understanding of this complex system and its response to natural or human-induced changes, and to improve the prediction of climate, weather, and natural hazards.

Two of USRA's research and technology development entities focus on Earth science:

Earth Science Research at NSSTC

Image of ancient Mayan settlements created from IKONOS satellite data. Image courtesy NSSTC.

The USRA Huntsville Program Office provides administrative and programmatic support to the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Read more »




Lunar and Planetary Institute

Meteor Crater, Arizona

The Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) is located in proximity to NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Current earth science studies at LPI are focused on volcanism and tectonism, and impact cratering. Read more »
USRA 40 Years: 1969-2009

Universities Space Research Association

Celebrating 40 years of service to the space research community
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