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MBRSC opens registrations for 2025 Research Experience for Undergraduates Programme

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced the opening of registrations for the 2025 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Programme, an initiative aimed at fostering the next generation of Emirati space science professionals. The eight-week summer programme, running from June to August 2025, offers Emirati undergraduate students in STEM fields the opportunity to engage in research alongside leading experts in space science and engineering.

MBRSC announces successful launch of Etihad-SAT

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced the successful launch of its first Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite, Etihad-SAT. The satellite launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, USA, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket at 10:43 AM (UAE time). The team at the ground station in Dubai subsequently confirmed receiving the first signal from the satellite at 12:04 PM (UAE time).

MBRSC announces details of the launch of Etihad-SAT, its first SAR satellite

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced details of the launch of its first Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite, Etihad-SAT. The satellite developed in partnership with South Korea’s Satrec Initiative is scheduled for launch in the first week of March 2025 aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, USA.

MBRSC SIGNS MoU WITH SPACEDATA TO ADVANCE DIGITAL TWIN TECHNOLOGY FOR UAE’S SPACE AND ECONOMIC INITIATIVES

Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SpaceData, a Tokyo-based startup engaged in R&D aimed at the fusion of space and digital, to develop two key digital twin solutions. A digital twin is a virtual model or replica of a real-world object, system, or process, which can help entities test real-life situations and predict outcomes to make smarter decisions.

MBRSC announces the successful launch of MBZ-SAT, the most advanced satellite in the region

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre today announced the successful launch of MBZ-SAT, the most advanced satellite in the region, named in honour of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The launch was witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum at the Mission Control Centre at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).

MBRSC Announces Final Preparations Under Way for Launch of MBZ-Sat

MBRSC Announces Successful MBRSC Awards Students and Mentors of 2024 Research Experience for Undergraduates Programme of the Final Phase of the Second Analog Study

MBRSC recently awarded certificates to the students and mentors who participated in the 2024 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Programme, a key initiative by the Centre designed to strengthen the research skills of young Emirati students during a special ceremony held at the Centre.

MBRSC Announces Successful Completion of the Final Phase of the Second Analog Study

MBRSC Announces Opening of Registrations for Geo-Spatial Week 2025

MBRSC Announces Opening Of Registrations For Winter Space Explorer Camp 2024

The Winter Space Explorer Camp is an educational and recreational programme designed for students aged 7 to 10 years old. It features a variety of activities aimed at nurturing young explorers’ passion for space. This year, the camp will be held as a single edition open to both boys and girls.

5th Cycle Of Kibo Robot Programming Challenge Concludes With Participation Of UAE Team

MBRSC Announces Emirati Crewmember For Next Phase Of Second Analog Study Under The UAE Analog Programme

MOLDOVA and UAE Space Technology Projects Set to Launch Payloads into Space Through MBRSC and UNOOSA Partnership

MBRSC Showcases Latest Geo Analytics Platform and Other Innovations at GITEX 2024

MBRSC Board Meets to Review Strategic Plans and Project Updates

The Board of Directors of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) held a meeting today, chaired by H.E. Hamad Obaid AlMansoori, Chairman, MBRSC, to discuss the latest developments in key projects of the Centre that align with the strategic plan of the UAE’s National Space Programme.

MBRSC Collaborates with Azercosmos to Host Azerbaijani Students for Immersive Learning Experience

MBRSC hosted Azerbaijani students for a week-long immersive learning experience at the Centre’s headquarters, as part of an international collaboration between MBRSC and the Space Academy of Azercosmos, with support from the Innovation and Digital Development Agency of Azerbaijan.