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Texas A&M Breaks Ground on $200 Million Space Institute Covering 2 Kyle Fields Near NASA's Johnson Space Center
Nov 15, 2024, 09:51 PM
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new Texas A&M Space Institute, a $200 million facility located adjacent to NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. The institute, which will cover an area equivalent to two Kyle Fields, is designed to conduct at-scale simulations of lunar and Martian surfaces. This initiative aims to better prepare astronauts for future missions to the Moon and Mars. Texas A&M President Mark A. Welsh III emphasized the institution's commitment to becoming a leading destination for top space scientists and students interested in space-related disciplines. The facility represents a significant collaboration between Texas A&M and NASA, positioning the university to play a pivotal role in the emerging space economy.
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