International Links
The SSTC has forged international partnerships to make advances in space exploration. Our policy engagement lobbies the explicit connection of blue-sky research and engineering to space. This capacity initiates a virtuous circle that many other countries follow: planetary research feeds into mission hardware, which feeds into space industries and defence.
The Global Fireball Observatory (GFO) is an multi-institutional collaboration, with partner networks around the world – founded and led by SSTC’s Desert Fireball Network.
NASA recognises Curtin as the formal representative of Australia’s planetary science community, through SSERVI: the Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute, led by SSTC Director, Prof Phil Bland.
Lockheed Martin’s partnership with SSTC resulted in a world-class tracking system for space situational awareness.
European Space Agency (ESA)
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
SpaceBD
National Partnerships
The SSTC works with both state and federal government and industry partners to advance the long term space capabilities for Australia.
Australian Government: Australian Space Agency, Academy of Science, Department of Defence, Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Fugro Australian Space Automation AI and Robotics Control Complex (SpAARC)
Astronomy Data And Computing Services (ADACS)
Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth (AROSE)
AVI
QL Space
Curtin University Collaboration
The SSTC sits within the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at Curtin University, and works with institutes in other schools – including the School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (CME) and the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing, and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS) to engage students and staff on space science projects.
Partner with us
Contact the SSTC to learn more about opportunities to collaborate.
