The growth of the space economy is reshaping partnerships between universities, industry, and government. As these relationships evolve, universities are supporting applied research, workforce training, and operational collaboration at new scales.
Located adjacent to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the Texas A&M University Space Institute facility is designed as a shared environment for testing, training, and mission-driven research.
Presented with astronaut and Institute Director Nancy Currie-Gregg, this session highlights how diverse stakeholders were aligned into a single, high-performance facility. Attendees will learn how early programming, continuous iteration, and integrated delivery reduced risk and aligned scope, budget, and schedule.
The session provides practical strategies for delivering adaptable, high-performance facilities that support collaborative research and innovation.