NASA's Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) program is awarding $5.1 million in grants to 17 researchers to develop "futuristic space technology concepts."
These grants aim to fund early-stage research for innovative technologies that could be used in future space missions, expanding exploration possibilities.
The funding is split into two phases: 12 Phase I projects receive $175,000 each for a nine-month study, and 5 Phase II projects are awarded $600,000 each for a two-year period.
Concepts being explored include robots for Martian cave exploration, silent propulsion systems, advanced spacesuit manufacturing, and methods for generating oxygen on Mars.
NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) program exists to fund early-stage research to develop technology that could be used in future space missions. The grants are split up into two phases, across nine different states.
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Jeremy attained his bachelor's in journalism and emerging media from Kennesaw State University. He also served in the Georgia Air National Guard as a C-130 Crew Chief for six years, holding an associate in aircraft maintenance technology.
