Introduction
Expanding the Frontiers of Space Astronomy
Our Mission
We help humanity explore the universe with advanced space telescopes and ever-growing data archives.
We envision, define, and operate missions that offer cutting-edge research opportunities for the astronomical community.
We share scientific knowledge of the universe in ways that inspire, excite, challenge, and educate.
Recent News
Institute Announcements
Current
NASA Hubble Fellowship Program (NHFP) Applications Are Open
NHFP Fellowships support promising postdoctoral scientists pursuing independent research contributing to NASA Astrophysics. Applications close November 2, 2023.
Lasker and STScI Postdoctoral Fellowship Applications Are Open
We are accepting applications for the Lasker and STScI Postdoctoral Fellowships to start in Fall 2024. Applications will close October 6, 2023 at 11:59 pm EDT.
STScI Newsletter Update
Read the latest article.
Webb's First Year of Science
In its first year of science operations, the James Webb Space Telescope exceeded astronomers’ expectations and wowed the world with stunning imagery.
Hubble’s ULLYSES Program: Improved and New Data Sets
New spectra for massive stars in the LMC, SMC, & low-metallicity galaxies; a new epoch for T Tauri stars; and updated products for 339 ULLYSES stars.
Press Releases
Events
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JWST at the 55th Annual Division for Planetary Sciences Meeting (Joint with EPSC)
The James Webb Space Telescope will be prominently supported during the 55th annual meeting of the AAS Division of Planetary Sciences (DPS). This meeting will be both in-person...
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Mapping Feedback in Local Galaxies with HWO-enabling Technology: Adventures in Developing Efficient Extended Source Instruments for UV Missions
On the heels of the recommendations of the 2020 Decadal Survey, the astrophysics community is gearing up to work on the next great space mission – the Habitable Worlds Observatory...
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