Faculty
Opportunities
Faculty can conduct NASA-related research and encourage students to pursue space science-related careers through various opportunities. RISG support can take the form of research awards for faculty-guided projects, travel expenses for field work or attendance at professional meetings, and participation in programs at NASA facilities. Awardees must be US Citizens.
Possible Options
- Graduate Fellowships: Stipend support for graduate researchers working toward their Masters or PhD degrees in a NASA-related field of study.
- Curriculum and Professional Development: Support for NASA-related innovative curriculum development.
- Research Awards: Support for faculty research can be provided as stipends for data collection, analysis, etc. done by students.
- Student Travel Awards: Can range from meeting registration fees to air & hotel costs while participating in professional development and NASA opportunities.