UARC: The University Affiliated Research Center
A partnership between UCSC and NASA Ames Research Center

layout University Affiliated Research Center - UC Santa Cruz - NASA Ames Research Center

Welcome to the University Affiliated Research Center - a partnership between UCSC and NASA Ames Research Center

The University of California Santa Cruz has established and is leading a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) at NASA Ames. In September 2003, the University of California (UC) was awarded a ten-year research contract by NASA Ames. Research under this contract focuses on information technology, biotechnology, nanotechnology, computer science, aerospace operations, astrobiology and fundamental biology. The UARC conducts long-term focused research tasks in NASA’s growing multidisciplinary research mission needs.

As part of the UARC, a Systems Teaching Institute (STI), directed by San Jose State University Foundation, has been formed. The STI enables students from UC, San Jose State University, and Foothill-De Anza Junior College District to work alongside University and Ames researchers; enhancing their educational experience while training them to become 21st Century world class scientist, engineers, and educators.

The UARC is an establishment of collaborations with organizations that are the best in their fields delivering excellent-driven research and training the scientists of tomorrow.

Focused Research in:

Advanced Technologies for Human Space Exploration

Development and insertion of advanced biomedical and biological technologies into NASA’s Space Exploration Programs and Missions....

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Aerospace

Conducts research as part of NASA’s mission to revolutionize aviation...

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Earth Sciences

Develop and validate theories and research plans for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate...

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Information Sciences

Information tech-nology, computer science and comput-ing technologies supporting NASA’s aerospace missions...

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Nanotechnology

Pursuing innovative capabilities through the integration of nano, bio, and information technologies...

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Contact the UARC:
University Affiliated Research Center

UC Santa Cruz
Building 19
P.O. Box 7
Moffett Field, CA 94035
Telephone:

(650) 604-0520

 

Web Contact:

Jennifer Victoria / (650) 604-2994

Current News & Events

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UARC's Aerospace Systems Employees win Multiple Ames Awards
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Best Theoretical Paper - PHM Society Annual Conference
Matt Daigle and Sriram Narasimhan win Best Theoretical Paper...

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UARC Subcontractor Wins Two NASA Awards
Kurt Long receives two prestigious awards for excellence...

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MCT Team wins JSC Director's Innovation Award
The Mission Control Technologies Team is recognized for innovation and efficiency...

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