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CHAPTER 9.2 STTR RESEARCH TOPICS

9.2 STTR Research Topics

9.2 STTR Research Topics

Introduction

To reduce overlap and streamline administrative and programmatic functions, NASA has established areas of excellence for each of its field installations. The most significant, as noted in NASA’s management plan, are termed Centers of Excellence (CE). There is one CE for each NASA installation. Each CE represents a focused, Agency-wide leadership responsibility in a specific area of technology or knowledge. CE’s are charted with a clear definition of their capabilities and boundaries. They are chartered to be preeminent within the Agency, if not worldwide, with respect to the human resources, facilities, and other critical capabilities associated with the particular area of excellence. Each CE must maintain or increase the Agency’s preeminent position in their assigned area in line with the program requirements of the Strategic Enterprises and the long-term interests of the Agency. The NASA STTR Program is aligned with the CE’s. This year four CE’s are participating. Research topics rotate each year among the different CE’s. The topic will be focused on some of the product areas or challenges faced by the CE.