AEROSPACE DEVELOPMENT IN HAWAI’I

Innovating for Space, Inspiring the Next Generation

We research and develop space resource utilization technologies and provide hands-on STEM education opportunities for students.

ABOUT PISCES

Aerospace Research & Education at UH Hilo

The Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems (PISCES) is an aerospace research and education program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo’s College of Natural and Health Sciences. Founded in 2007, we develop innovative and sustainable technologies for Earth and space while supporting student education through hands-on research and STEM career programs.

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Research & Development

A PISCES team member and student intern pour molten rock into a sand-casting mold using tongs and a steel pole.

Applied Research

Researching space utilization technology for Earth & space.

A PISCES team member and student intern pour molten rock into a sand-casting mold using tongs and a steel pole.

Aerospace Development

Supporting aerospace development to diversify Hawaii’s economy.

planetary rover on lava terrain

Planetary Robotics

Robotics development for payload testing & hands-on student learning.

Outreach & Education

PISCES staff run a booth at a high school outreach event.

Outreach

Supporting STEM events and classroom enrichment.

A PISCES team member and student intern pour molten rock into a sand-casting mold using tongs and a steel pole.

STARS Program

A week-long summer STEM program for young women.

Big Island robotics interns

Internships

Hands-on projects in Materials Science & Robotics.

A PISCES team member and student intern pour molten rock into a sand-casting mold using tongs and a steel pole.

College & Career

Space programs & internship opportunities for students.

rocket launch

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

NASA STEM Programs

Are you interested in participating in a challenging space-related project or competition that contributes to NASA goals? Check out our listing of NASA STEM opportunities for high school and college students.

The Space Report