NASA selects 12 institutions for $12 million in space-technology research awards
NASA announced a new M-STAR cohort supporting academic research and workforce development for Moon, Mars and deep-space missions.
What the record says
The October 15 announcement says each selected institution will receive up to $1 million through the MUREP Space Technology Artemis Research initiative. Projects cover areas including robotics, materials, propulsion, instruments and extreme-environment power systems.
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Practical next step
NASA’s announcement lists the institutions and specific projects, including the University of Central Florida’s aerothermal research project.
Limits and what is not established
These are announced selections for named institutions, not a new open application round or direct payments to individual students. Research selections do not establish completed technologies.
Sources checked October 17, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.