Center for Research in Space Technologies

The USC Center for Research in Space Technologies (CREST) is a multi-disciplinary collaboration that accelerates civil and commercial uses of space resources.  

MAVERIC: Reaching New Frontiers

USC’s CLINGERS: Pioneering Space Docking’s Future from Classroom to ISS

Leading the Space Community

USC researchers lead the growing interest in extending our reach in space. With extensive experience in advancing technology readiness and performing technology infusion and transfer, CREST develops solutions designed to scale.  Furthermore, CREST trains space technologists throughout their careers, from the undergraduate level to senior executives with command and management responsibilities.

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The future of space exploration

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The Future of Space Exploration

USC positions undergraduate students at the forefront of space exploration by hosting the Rocket Propulsion Laboratory. This was the first student organization to successfully cross the von Karman line with one of its own rockets. Furthermore, the Viterbi School of Engineering partners with the Air Force ROTC, the premier detachment in placing students in the United States Space Force.

3D Model of a Rocket Booster

Works & Publications

CREST conducts cutting-edge research in fields relevant to space exploration strategy and operations, such as remote sensing, ISAM, visualization, systems engineering, and innovation portfolios.

About

USC CREST is a collaboration of the Viterbi School of Engineering; the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences; and the Sol Price School of Public Policy. Faculty and staff across the university advance the understanding, exploration, and use of space.

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