UND Was awarded $750,000 over three years to build a research station focused on NASA’s work in Earth science, aeronautics, and deep space exploration.
The funds are made available through NASA’s Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) program, which awards Research Infrastructure Development (RID) grants every three to five years to jurisdictions to bolster their competitiveness in aerospace and aerospace-related research activities.
On NASA's Research Grant
Senator John Hoeven
North Dakota has many qualities that make our state an ideal location for this new research station,” Hoeven said. “This funding will expand NASA-relevant research opportunities for students and faculties in our state, while supporting academic research and investment for the University of North Dakota.
Senator Heitkamp
The University of North Dakota has taken great strides in innovative research and technology, and these funds will support its programs, faculty and students as they continue to grow,” said Heitkamp. “Supporting strong academic research is an investment in our future and in North Dakota’s tradition of scientific exploration.