Universities Space Research Association (USRA), an association of 120 universities, unveiled today the appointment of Lesa Roe as Trustee following her election at USRA’s annual meeting held on March 22, 2024. With a wealth of experience spanning public company board executive roles, CEO and COO positions, and 37 years of executive leadership in aerospace research and development, Lesa Roe brings a unique ability to navigate complexity and analyze disparate information into successful collective solutions. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded large-scale initiatives aimed at optimizing operations, managing risk, and executing complex international missions and projects. https://lnkd.in/eBXwhwbT
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About us
Founded in 1969, under the auspices of the National Academy of Sciences at the request of the U.S. Government, the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is a nonprofit corporation chartered to advance space-related science, technology and engineering. USRA operates scientific institutes and facilities, and conducts other major research and educational programs. USRA engages the university community and employs in-house scientific leadership, innovative research and development, and project management expertise.
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http://www.usra.edu
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- Industry
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1969
- Specialties
- Astronomy; Astrophysics, Space Nuclear Power; Propulsion, Planetary Science, Computational Sciences, Earth Sciences, Advanced Technology Development, Space Life Sciences, Facility Management; Operation, Materials Science, STEM Workforce Development, and Fluid Physics
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Washington, DC 20024, US
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615 National Ave
Mountain View, CA 94043, US
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3600 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, Texas 77058, US
Employees at USRA
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"It is very gratifying for USRA to win the Workplaces Culture Excellence Award and the Work-Life Flexibility Award. The collective feedback of our employees validates USRA’s commitment to empowering employees with flexible work options and cultivating a leadership approach that values their input and contributions.” -Jeffrey A Isaacson, USRA President and CEO https://lnkd.in/eKdWqRqs
USRA Wins 2024 Top Workplaces Awards for Culture Excellence and Work-Life Flexibility
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The Council of Institutions (COI) of the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) announces the establishment of a new geographic region for USRA’s European member universities. The historic vote establishing this “European Region” marks the first time in USRA's esteemed 55-year history that a new region has been added. The universities in the new Region X are: University of Bern University of Cologne École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne University of Leicester Università degli Studi di Padova (UNIPD) / University of Padua The University of Sheffield University of Stuttgart University of Zurich https://lnkd.in/e-j8bSqm
Universities Space Research Association's Council of Institutions Establishes a New Region for International Universities
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Three distinguished institutions—the University of Notre Dame, The University of Texas at San Antonio, and Università degli Studi di Padova (UNIPD)/University of Padua, Italy—recently joined the ranks of the prestigious Universities Space Research Association (USRA). Following their election by USRA’s existing university members, these institutions were formally inducted into the Association on March 22, 2024, bolstering the Association's membership to 120 universities. Jeffrey A Isaacson, USRA President and CEO said, “We are very pleased to welcome these three universities to our Association. Their work adds to the collective strength of USRA and we look forward to their active engagement with, and contributions to, USRA's Council of Institutions.” https://lnkd.in/eVU4BeUZ
Universities Space Research Association Elects Three Universities to the Association
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The Council of Institutions (COI) of Universities Space Research Association, which comprises representatives from each of USRA’s 120 member institutions, elected new leadership, bringing together esteemed professionals from diverse academic backgrounds to further advance the organization's mission. Dr. Joan Ramage Macdonald, hailing from Lehigh University, assumes the role of Chair of the Council of Institutions, while Dr. Jed Hancock, representing Utah State University, steps into the position of Vice Chair. Both Ramage and Hancock bring experience and dedication to their new roles, while they continue to serve as representatives of their respective universities within USRA. https://lnkd.in/eHF6M-AK
New Leadership Elected at USRA's Council of Institutions
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Congratulations to USRA's Ernie Wright for being awarded NASA’s prestigious Exceptional Public Achievement Medal! “Ernie’s work is exemplary of science communication,” says David Noone, Director of USRA's Earth from Space Institute. “Beyond technical rigor, the clarity and depth of insight one gains from his visualizations is the result of high levels of care that Ernie has for the science story that is being shared.” https://lnkd.in/eqr4dNCS
USRA’s Ernst Wright Awarded NASA’s Exceptional Public Achievement Award
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In a recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters, Dr. Maheshwari Neelam of Universities Space Research Association’s (USRA) Science and Technology Institute (STI) in Huntsville, Alabama, reveals a unique approach to analyze historical data. Dr. Neelam, the lead author of the paper, emphasizes the importance of understanding landscapes' response to disasters, transcending geopolitical boundaries, and underscores watersheds as essential hydrologic units for assessing water budgets and water management. https://lnkd.in/efPzzuXg
Mapping Global Flash Drought Trends for Disaster Preparedness
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Today Boston Consulting Group (BCG) announced strategic collaborations with NASA Ames Research Center in California’s Silicon Valley and the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) to launch a generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) lab for science and engineering. The lab will explore the short- and long-term benefits of new GenAI technologies related to Earth science, including Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) weather data, life sciences, and engineering. These collaborations harness the talents of a unique team of leading innovators from industry (BCG), government (NASA), and academia (USRA) with decades of experience advancing the state-of-the-art in artificial intelligence. ... “In this pivotal moment in time for AI, the GenAI lab represents a unique opportunity to rapidly and responsibly advance the application of AI for public good applications,” said David Bell, Ph.D., Director of USRA’s Research Institute for Advanced Computer Science. https://lnkd.in/eb_6XsZG
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In a groundbreaking discovery published in the prestigious Astrophysical Journal, scientists have identified a rare dust particle lodged within an ancient extraterrestrial meteorite, shedding new light on the origins of stars beyond our solar system. Led by Dr Nicole Nevill of the Universities Space Research Association at LPI, during her Ph.D. studies at Curtin University, the research team meticulously analyzed the dust particle, delving into its atomic composition with unparalleled precision using atom probe tomography. https://lnkd.in/eevAMJS9 Image credit: David Saxey, Geoscience Atom Probe Facility, Curtin University.
Rare Dust Particle from Ancient Extraterrestrial Meteorite Unveils Insights into Stellar Origins
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Welcome back, Robert O.! "We are thrilled to welcome Rob back to USRA as the Director of our Center for Space Nuclear Research," said Bernie Seery, Vice President for Science and Technology at USRA. "We anticipate Rob's return to USRA as the Director of our Center for Space Nuclear Research will greatly benefit our research initiatives and enhance our position in the field of space nuclear research.” https://lnkd.in/eaHfN8kM
Universities Space Research Association Appoints Robert O’Brien Director, Center for Space Nuclear Research
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