NASA CT Space Grant

NASA CT Space Grant NASA CT Space Grant Consortium is a federally mandated grant, internship, and scholarship program. and Puerto Rico.

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium consists of 22 affiliate universities and community colleges throughout the state of Connecticut. We provide a range of opportunities to faculty and students at our affiliate institutions. These opportunities include research fellowships & grants, project grants, scholarships, internship funding, travel grants, programming grants, and several workshops.

The Consortium also has a strong professional network within the aerospace and engineering industry in Connecticut, giving us the ability to help students and interested faculty members the opportunity to connect with numerous companies for research and/ or internship opportunities. NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium (CTSGC) is a federally mandated grant, internship, and scholarship program that is funded as a part of NASA Education. There are Space Grant Consortia in all 50 states, plus Washington D.C. NASA CTSGC, in an effort to encourage broader participation in NASA research programs, was formed in 1991 by the following post-secondary education institutions: Trinity College, University of Connecticut, and University of New Haven with the University of Hartford as the lead institution.

How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?In an internship at NASA’s Ames Research Center this summer, ...
08/31/2026

How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?

In an internship at NASA’s Ames Research Center this summer, Younjoon Chung, a Yale University graduate student, gained hands-on experience exploring how AI can be evaluated and monitored for use in safety-critical applications, contributing to research that supports more trustworthy autonomous systems.

“This award gave me the opportunity to work directly with NASA researchers on AI assurance for autonomous and safety-critical systems. The experience strengthened my technical background in computer vision, artificial intelligence, formal methods, and system monitoring, while also showing me how these approaches are applied to real aerospace challenges. It broadened my research perspective and reinforced my interest in developing reliable, interpretable, and safety-aware AI systems. The internship also provided valuable professional experience collaborating in an interdisciplinary research environment.”

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How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?Benjamin Richard Student from CT State – Gateway, Internship ...
08/29/2026

How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?

Benjamin Richard
Student from CT State – Gateway, Internship at NEON ASTRO

"This opportunity gave me greater confidence in the value of my education and experiences. It encouraged me to broaden my perspective on where my skills can make an impact and reinforced my decision to pursue a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. The experience helped clarify my career goals and strengthened my commitment to the field."

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How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?Jesse Deck (Trinity College undergraduate, Oxford Performance...
08/27/2026

How can a CTSGC-funded internship shape a student's future?

Jesse Deck
(Trinity College undergraduate, Oxford Performance Materials internship)

"This opportunity had a significant impact on my personal, professional, and academic growth. Through my Research & Development internship at Oxford Performance Materials, I gained hands-on experience in additive manufacturing, process validation, CAD, and data analysis while applying my biomedical engineering coursework to real-world projects. Overall, this opportunity has helped shape my future academic and career goals."

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08/25/2026

Welcome back, Connecticut students!

A new semester means new classes, new opportunities, new connections... and maybe even the start of your next big research project, internship, or STEM adventure.

As you settle into Fall 2026, don't forget that Connecticut Space Grant Consortium funding applications open September 1!
Whether you're a student looking for scholarship, fellowship, research, or project support, or a faculty member seeking funding for innovative programs and projects, we're here to help fuel your next opportunity.

💡 This year could be the one that launches your next big idea.

Stay tuned for Request for Proposal details!


Connecticut, look up!August is bringing some incredible celestial sights to our night skies. The annual Perseid Meteor S...
08/11/2026

Connecticut, look up!

August is bringing some incredible celestial sights to our night skies. The annual Perseid Meteor Shower peaks on the nights of August 12-13, offering the chance to see dozens of meteors streak across the sky each hour under exceptionally dark conditions this year.

Whether you're an experienced stargazer or just curious about the universe, grab a blanket, find a spot away from city lights, and spend some time exploring the wonders above Connecticut.

Tip: The best viewing is typically after midnight and before dawn. No telescope required!

📸 If you capture any amazing photos, share them with us in the comments or tag us in your own post.

The clock is ticking—just one week remains to submit your CTSGC funding proposal.If you’ve been waiting for the right mo...
04/22/2026

The clock is ticking—just one week remains to submit your CTSGC funding proposal.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to pitch your research, test a bold idea, or take your STEM experience further, this is it. Don’t let the opportunity pass you by.

Deadline: April 29 Explore details at ctspacegrant.org under Funding Opportunities (Faculty or Undergraduate/Graduate).

Spring is a season of momentum. Let yours begin here.

Feeling the excitement from NASA’s Artemis II mission? It’s an inspiring reminder of how far innovation can take us — an...
04/14/2026

Feeling the excitement from NASA’s Artemis II mission? It’s an inspiring reminder of how far innovation can take us — and Connecticut’s higher‑ed students and faculty have a chance to tap into that same energy.

STEM funding opportunities are open now! Whether you’re working on research, launching a new project, or looking to grow your academic path, support is available.

📅 Deadline to apply: April 29, 2026

Don’t wait — opportunities like this don’t come around often.

👉 Visit ctspacegrant.org and head to Funding Opportunities (Faculty or Student) to get started.

Let’s keep pushing boundaries and fueling the next generation of explorers. Share this with someone who should apply!

The Artemis II crew is coming home!After 10 days in deep space, the Orion capsule is set to make its dramatic return to ...
04/10/2026

The Artemis II crew is coming home!

After 10 days in deep space, the Orion capsule is set to make its dramatic return to Earth on April 10, 2026, with splashdown expected at 8:07 p.m. EDT off the coast of San Diego.

From blazing through Earth’s atmosphere at 24,000+ mph to the moment the parachutes open over the Pacific, this final descent is one of the most incredible parts of the mission.

Here’s the splashdown timeline:
• 7:33 p.m. – Module separation
• 7:53 p.m. – Atmospheric entry
• 8:03 p.m. – Parachutes deploy
• 8:07 p.m. – Splashdown

NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen will be recovered by the USS John Murtha as they wrap up this historic journey.

Watch it live on NASA+ or the NASA YouTube channel. The official broadcast begins at 6:30 p.m. EDT
https://lnkd.in/edqgvd4m

Humanity’s next giant leap is unfolding right before our eyes.

Wondering where to tune in for today’s launch? Tune in to NASA+ for the historic Artemis II launch — the mission that wi...
04/01/2026

Wondering where to tune in for today’s launch? Tune in to NASA+ for the historic Artemis II launch — the mission that will carry astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. Watch for behind‑the‑scenes moments, mission insights, and all the excitement as the crew gets closer to liftoff. From STEM education to deep space missions, Space Grant keeps the journey moving forward.

https://plus.nasa.gov/scheduled-video/nasas-artemis-ii-crew-launches-to-the-moon-official-broadcast/

No joke — just four weeks left to apply!The Connecticut Space Grant Consortium (CTSGC) is now accepting funding proposal...
04/01/2026

No joke — just four weeks left to apply!

The Connecticut Space Grant Consortium (CTSGC) is now accepting funding proposals from faculty and students at affiliate institutions across Connecticut. Whether you’re ready to launch a new research idea, dive into aerospace innovation, or build your STEM experience, this is your moment to take the next step.

📅 Deadline: April 29
🔗 Learn more: Visit ctspacegrant.org and head to Funding Opportunities (Faculty or Student)

Spring is all about momentum—your next big project could start right here.

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