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USRA - Universities Space Research Association

USRA - Universities Space Research Association

Human Talent

Human Talent

USRA maintains more than 400 professional, scientific, technical, and administrative personnel at our Headquarters and at research institutes and centers around the country. More than 70% of USRA employees have advanced technical degrees, and nearly 50% hold Ph.D.s. Additionally, our scientists have authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications and hold numerous patents encompassing broad areas of research.

Below is just a small sample of the research USRA scientists are currently conducting.

Astronomy and Astrophysics


Biomedicine and Biotechnology


Earth Science


Information Technology


Planetary Science


Space Exploration Technology