PTM: II - Sponsors

Sponsors

Marshall Space Flight Center Science and Technology Directorate

The organizing sponsor for this event is the Marshall Space Flight Center’s Science and Technology Directorate. The Directorate performs and sponsors research in the areas of Earth and Space Science, Exploration science, and space optics technology. The Directorate encompasses both Program and Project level research and operates the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC). NSSTC is a cooperative research facility near the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville and brings scientists from the government, universities and the private sector together to develop and conduct research. Directorate research ranges from computer simulations, to laboratory investigations, balloon and sub-orbital rocket launches, and missions to the International Space Station. Directorate personnel are involved in shared research with more than 100 universities, 80 companies and 20 different government agencies.

Other major sponsors include:

NASA Exploration Systems Mission Directorate Education Office

The mission of the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate Education (ESMD) Office is to engage the nation in the world of space exploration, inspire academic excellence, increase scientific literacy, and build a population of knowledgable people who will meet the science and technology requirements of tomorrow's workforce. Visit exploration.nasa.gov for more information.

U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command

U.S. Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), located at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. SMDC, as the Army Service Component to U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), conducts space operations and provides planning, integration, control and coordination of Army forces and capabilities in support of USSTRATCOM missions; serves as proponent for space and ground-based midcourse defense and as Army operational integrator for global missile defense; conducts mission related research, development, and acquisition in support of Army Title 10 responsibilities and serves as the focal point for desired characteristics and capabilities in support of USSTRATCOM missions. Please visit http://www.smdc.army.mil/ for more information.

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center

U.S. Army’s Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center (AMRDEC). Located at the Redstone Arsenal, AMRDEC’s mission is to (1) manage and conduct research and exploratory and advanced development and (2) to provide one-stop, life cycle engineering and scientific support for aviation and missile systems and UAV/UGV platforms. AMRDEC is focused on meeting the needs of the joint warfighter both today and tomorrow. For more info, please visit http://www.redstone.army.mil/amrdec/

American Physical Society

The American Physical Society (APS) represents its 40,000 plus members in the arena of national, international, and governmental affairs. It publishes the world’s most prestigious and widely read physics research journals, conducts over 20 professional meetings every year, develops and implements effective programs in physics education and outreach, fosters the health of the profession through its career and development initiatives and its committees on women and minorities, communicates with the public and policymakers via the national media and a public website, monitors the human rights of scientists around the globe, and recognizes professional accomplishment with a spectrum of prizes, awards and the election of APS fellows. For more information, please visit http://www.aps.org/

University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has built a strong legacy in its brief history. Students have been drawn to the university for opportunities that are available "Only at UAH." High quality academic programs, unique opportunities for cooperative education, undergraduate and graduate research, and professional development are offered. A commitment to student success makes UAH an exceptional environment for learning and achievement. For more information, please visit http://www.uah.edu/.


		Sponsors Marshall Space Flight Center Science and Technology Directorate The organizing sponsor for this event is the Marshall Space Flight Center’s Science and Technology Directorate. The Directorate performs and sponsors research in the areas of Earth and Space Science, Exploration science, and space optics technology. The Directorate encompasses both Program and Project level research and operates the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC). NSSTC is a cooperative research facility near the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville and brings scientists from the government, universities and the private sector together to develop and conduct research. Directorate research ranges from computer simulations, to laboratory investigations, balloon and sub-orbital rocket launches, and missions to the International Space Station. Directorate personnel are involved in shared research with more than 100 universities, 80 companies and 20 different government agencies. Other major sponsors include: NASA Exploration Systems Mission Directorate Education Office The mission of the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate Education (ESMD) Office is to engage the nation in the world of space exploration, inspire academic excellence, increase scientific literacy, and build a population of knowledgable people who will meet the science and technology requirements of tomorrow's workforce. Visit exploration.nasa.gov for more information. U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command U.S. Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), located at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. SMDC, as the Army Service Component to U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), conducts space operations and provides planning, integration, control and coordination of Army forces and capabilities in support of USSTRATCOM missions; serves as proponent for space and ground-based midcourse defense and as Army operational integrator for global missile defense; conducts mission related research, development, and acquisition in support of Army Title 10 responsibilities and serves as the focal point for desired characteristics and capabilities in support of USSTRATCOM missions. Please visit http://www.smdc.army.mil/ for more information. U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center U.S. Army’s Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center (AMRDEC). Located at the Redstone Arsenal, AMRDEC’s mission is to (1) manage and conduct research and exploratory and advanced development and (2) to provide one-stop, life cycle engineering and scientific support for aviation and missile systems and UAV/UGV platforms. AMRDEC is focused on meeting the needs of the joint warfighter both today and tomorrow. For more info, please visit http://www.redstone.army.mil/amrdec/ American Physical Society The American Physical Society (APS) represents its 40,000 plus members in the arena of national, international, and governmental affairs. It publishes the world’s most prestigious and widely read physics research journals, conducts over 20 professional meetings every year, develops and implements effective programs in physics education and outreach, fosters the health of the profession through its career and development initiatives and its committees on women and minorities, communicates with the public and policymakers via the national media and a public website, monitors the human rights of scientists around the globe, and recognizes professional accomplishment with a spectrum of prizes, awards and the election of APS fellows. For more information, please visit http://www.aps.org/ University of Alabama in Huntsville The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has built a strong legacy in its brief history. Students have been drawn to the university for opportunities that are available "Only at UAH." High quality academic programs, unique opportunities for cooperative education, undergraduate and graduate research, and professional development are offered. A commitment to student success makes UAH an exceptional environment for learning and achievement. For more information, please visit http://www.uah.edu/.