About Us

Our Mission

We are a space research and education program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo’s College of Natural and Health Sciences. Founded in 2007, we develop sustainable In-Situ Resource Utilization technologies to help humans live and work beyond Earth. Our projects and programs supports young explorers, providing hands-on education, work experiences and research opportunities.

Our Vision

We envision thriving settlements on the Moon, Mars, and beyond, enabled by aerospace research and development in Hawai’i. These technologies and initiatives help create high-paying jobs while cultivating a skilled workforce capable of succeeding in the 21st-century economy.

Research & Programs

Applied Research

Researching In-Situ Resource Utilization technologies with applications for Earth and space.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle in flight

Aerospace Development

Growing and diversifying Hawaiʻi’s economy through aerospace development initiatives.
Student programming a robot using a laptop

Education & Outreach

Providing opportunities for youth through internships, STEM programs and activities.

meet our team