Our Mission:

To advance the science, technology, and processes needed for

planetary sub-surface exploration, access and development.

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ISSE Meeting

The Institute for Sub-Surface Exploration held a meeting on March 14th, 2006 at NASA Ames Research Center with invited business and industry representatives to discuss current planetary sub-surface exploration capabilities and those that are needed as the country moves closer to a return to the Moon by both robots and astronauts and as the robotic exploration of Mars continues. A particular emphasis was placed on joint ventures between government and industry in the development of new sub-surface related technologies and processes. Participants at the meeting also discussed applications of present and future space exploration technology for use in the mining and related industries; mine safety was one such application. 

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Recent News:

The first workshop for the Institute for Sub-Surface Exploration (ISSE) was held Thursday, March 24. The workshop was aimed at examining the potential elements for an Institute for Sub Surface Exploration, the funding sources and potential structure and partners.