About Us

About NSSTC

The National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) has been established by the UAEU, the UAE Space Agency, and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (ICT-Fund). It is one of the leading space centers in the UAE trying to bring innovative space activities and research programs by adopting upgraded technology on a national scale. Apart from investing in establishing an infrastructure for the development of space technology, the center also encourages forming partnerships with the pioneers of the Space and Science industries.

Vision

To be the UAE’s Center of Excellence in Space Science and Space Technology and to provide innovative solutions to challenges facing the country.

Mission

  • Develop national research programs in Space Science and Technology to serve the UAE’s national agenda.
  • Conduct cutting-edge applied research in Space Science and Technology.
  • Educate and Train future UAE leaders in Space Science and Technology.
  • Create new technology and know-how in Space Science and Technology to transfer to industry.
  • Promote Space Science and Technology through educational programs and exhibitions.

Science Research Unit

  • Earth Observation
  • Planetary science

Science Research Projects

  • Land cover land use
  • Planetary science
  • Spacecraft data analysis

Technology Development Unit

  • Satellites Development
  • Assembly, Integration, and Testing
  • Ground Station Operation

Technology Development Projects

  • GNSSas Satellite
  • Alain Sat-1 Satellite
  • 813 Satellite
  • CDHS Software
  • CDHS Hardware

 

 

Research Units

UAEU

Science Research Unit

  • Earth Observation
  • Planetary Science
  • Technology Development Unit
  • Research Projects
UAEU

Science Research Projects

  • Land cover land use
  • Planetary science
  • Spacecraft data analysis
UAEU

Technology Development Unit

  • GNSSas Satellite
  • Alain Sat-1 Satellite
  • 813 Satellite
  • CDHS Software
  • CDHS Hardware

Oct 2, 2023