This program funds a hands-on Lunar Payload Design Challenge that unites U.S. and UAE graduate students to collaboratively design payload concepts and technologies for future lunar missions. It emphasizes applied, team-based learning, sustained engagement, and partnerships among universities, industry, and research institutions to advance lunar exploration and space innovation.
Eligible applicants include U.S. and UAE graduate students in STEM fields, particularly aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, robotics, and computer science, enrolled at universities with established space-related programs. Participating institutions must have experience or ongoing work in
