The program provides local businesses with the ability to tap the top minds within America's space program in order to solve associated technical challenges in a variety of areas including manufacturing, communications, and software application. This program represents a very significant and incredibly unique economic development tool for Upstate New York. It has since expanded to Texas and, besides Central New York, will be introduced into New Mexico shortly. The program is directed to all types of businesses, not just those of a highly technical nature.
Companies are able to make requests through a local host agency.
Requests are simple, one-page submissions, and most requests for assistance are answered within ninety days of NASA receipt. This is a great addition to existing economic development initiatives Upstate, where we've finally begun to experience new growth and entrepreneurial expansion.