Space Camp
Class II
Space Camp & Workshop will be held bi-annually (April and October). We are partnering with major universities and other stakeholders in the UAE and opening admission to all Emiraties aged 18-22 who are studying in UAE (class equally appropriated between male and female students).
In addition to the University of Arizona, we are partnering with other major universities in US who have a space program and facilities, and will make each class a unique experience for Emirati students. This strategy will allow us to have a custom designed program for each class, enhance US-UAE Student Engagement, and open door wider for possible partnerships and collaborations.
Through Road to Space, public-private stakeholders can provide funding, infrastructure, and expertise, allowing Emirati students to work on real-world projects and research that are directly aligned with National goals and needs. By integrating this initiative into the existing US - Emirati Space Collaboration, the program offers an additional layer of resources, mentorship, and practical experience that complements government-led efforts.
To enhance cultural experience and create memorable moments for our students, each class will include 3-4 day visits to different cities (New York, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Washington DC, Miami, Dallas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco).
Class 2: Space Camp & Workshop
10 day immersive and hands-on experience for Emirati students will be held in May 2025 in Los Angeles and at Biosphere 2, the University of Arizona.
Los Angeles - 4 Days
Day 1
Meet & Greet and Tour of NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Day 2
Watch SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket Launch and booster landing at Vandenberg Space Force Base
Day 3
Visit Samuel Oschin Planetarium at Griffith Observatory
Day 4
Sightseeing (Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica)
University of Arizona - 6 Days
The University of Arizona research is heavily funded by NASA, with the university ranking 5th in the nation among public universities for NASA-funded research activity and the University of Arizona Astronomy department ranking #1 in the USA. Summer Space Camp was held at the University of Arizona’s Biosphere 2 and included the visits and hands-on participation of the following:
Biosphere 2
American Earth system science research facility, a precursor to gaining knowledge about the use of closed biospheres in space colonization. It is the largest closed ecological system ever created, housing seven biomes: rainforest, ocean with a coral reef, mangrove wetlands, savannah grassland, fog desert, agricultural system and a human habitat with living spaces, laboratories, and workshops. A research facility to demonstrate the viability of closed ecological systems to support and maintain human life in outer space as a substitute for Earth's biosphere.
Steward ObservatoryRichard F. Caris Mirror Lab
A groundbreaking mirror casting, 8.4-m mirror for the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT) and Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT). Upon completion, this telescope will be the largest and most advanced earth-based telescope in the world. Currently, five of the seven 8.4-meter segmented mirrors have been cast. The first and second mirrors are complete and the other five are in various stages of production.
Kitt Peak National Observatory
Skywatching allows anyone to make a connection with the larger world beyond our planet's atmosphere, just by looking up. 32-inch Schulman Telescope located at Mt. Lemmon Sky Center Observatory is the largest dedicated public access telescope in the world. Our students will take direct control of the telescope, operate it, acquire real-time, high quality images of objects of their choice, and have images processed, download and take them back to UAE.
Space Domain Awareness
Near-Earth Object Surveyors are designed to discover and characterize most of the potentially hazardous NEOs. The SpaceWatch project and the Catalina Sky Survey, NASA funded projects supported by the Near Earth Object Observation Program (NEOO) under the Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO). These two surveyors have detected nearly 50% of all known NEOs to date.
Spacecraft Egress Training
Spacecraft Egress Training wearing Space Suits inside the swimming pool (1 full day for male and 1 full day for female students)
The Center for Human Space Exploration (CHaSE)
R&D facility focused on furthering the sustainable presence of humanity in our solar system and beyond.
Space Suit Training is a crucial aspect of preparing astronauts for missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. Numerous simulations and hands-on exercises are conducted to ensure readiness for spacewalks and other extravehicular activities during space missions. Our Students will be trained and placed in a Space Suit, and they will conduct different activities at Biosphere 2’s Mars Yard.
Space Design Competition
Students will participate in the Space Design Competition - an engineering, science and business challenge designed as a simulation of life in the space industry. Teams will be given a list of requirements for a space settlement and will be tasked with coming up with a detailed design which they will present to a panel of judges from industry, academia, and business.
Emirati Youth Capability Development
What:
Space Camp & Workshop exclusively for Emirati students
Who:
Emiratis aged 18-22
Group:
20 Students
Duration:
10 Days (September, 2025)
Included:
Program, Airfare, Travel, Accommodation, Meals, Entertainment, and more
Partners:
Space Camp
Class II
Following the success of Class 1, Space Camp & Workshop will be held bi-annually (April and October). We are partnering with major universities and other stakeholders in the UAE and opening admission to all Emiraties aged 18-22 who are studying in UAE (class equally appropriated between male and female students).
In addition to the University of Arizona, we are partnering with other major universities in US who have a space program and facilities, and will make each class a unique experience for Emirati students. This strategy will allow us to have a custom designed program for each class, enhance US-UAE Student Engagement, and open door wider for possible partnerships and collaborations.
Through Road to Space, public-private stakeholders can provide funding, infrastructure, and expertise, allowing Emirati students to work on real-world projects and research that are directly aligned with National goals and needs. By integrating this initiative into the existing US - Emirati Space Collaboration, the program offers an additional layer of resources, mentorship, and practical experience that complements government-led efforts.
To enhance cultural experience and create memorable moments for our students, each class will include 3-4 day visits to different cities (New York, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Washington DC, Miami, Dallas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco).
Class 2: Space Camp & Workshop
10 day immersive and hands-on experience for Emirati students will be held in May 2025 in Los Angeles and at Biosphere 2, the University of Arizona.
Los Angeles - 4 Days
Day 1
Meet & Greet and Tour of NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Day 2
Watch SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket Launch and booster landing at Vandenberg Space Force Base
Day 3
Visit Samuel Oschin Planetarium at Griffith Observatory
Day 4
Sightseeing (Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica)
University of Arizona - 6 Days
The University of Arizona research is heavily funded by NASA, with the university ranking 5th in the nation among public universities for NASA-funded research activity and the University of Arizona Astronomy department ranking #1 in the USA. Summer Space Camp was held at the University of Arizona’s Biosphere 2 and included the visits and hands-on participation of the following:
Biosphere 2
American Earth system science research facility, a precursor to gaining knowledge about the use of closed biospheres in space colonization. It is the largest closed ecological system ever created, housing seven biomes: rainforest, ocean with a coral reef, mangrove wetlands, savannah grassland, fog desert, agricultural system and a human habitat with living spaces, laboratories, and workshops. A research facility to demonstrate the viability of closed ecological systems to support and maintain human life in outer space as a substitute for Earth's biosphere.
Steward ObservatoryRichard F. Caris Mirror Lab
A groundbreaking mirror casting, 8.4-m mirror for the Large Binocular Telescope (LBT) and Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT). Upon completion, this telescope will be the largest and most advanced earth-based telescope in the world. Currently, five of the seven 8.4-meter segmented mirrors have been cast. The first and second mirrors are complete and the other five are in various stages of production.
Kitt Peak National Observatory
Skywatching allows anyone to make a connection with the larger world beyond our planet's atmosphere, just by looking up. 32-inch Schulman Telescope located at Mt. Lemmon Sky Center Observatory is the largest dedicated public access telescope in the world. Our students will take direct control of the telescope, operate it, acquire real-time, high quality images of objects of their choice, and have images processed, download and take them back to UAE.
Space Domain Awareness
Near-Earth Object Surveyors are designed to discover and characterize most of the potentially hazardous NEOs. The SpaceWatch project and the Catalina Sky Survey, NASA funded projects supported by the Near Earth Object Observation Program (NEOO) under the Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO). These two surveyors have detected nearly 50% of all known NEOs to date.
The Center for Human Space Exploration (CHaSE)
R&D facility focused on furthering the sustainable presence of humanity in our solar system and beyond.
Space Suit Training is a crucial aspect of preparing astronauts for missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. Numerous simulations and hands-on exercises are conducted to ensure readiness for spacewalks and other extravehicular activities during space missions. Our Students will be trained and placed in a Space Suit, and they will conduct different activities at Biosphere 2’s Mars Yard.
Spacecraft Egress Training
Spacecraft Egress Training wearing Space Suits inside the swimming pool (1 full day for male and 1 full day for female students)
Space Design Competition
Students will participate in the Space Design Competition - an engineering, science and business challenge designed as a simulation of life in the space industry. Teams will be given a list of requirements for a space settlement and will be tasked with coming up with a detailed design which they will present to a panel of judges from industry, academia, and business.
Emirati Youth Capability Development
What:
Space Camp & Workshop exclusively for Emirati students
Who:
Emiratis aged 18-22
Group:
20 Students
Duration:
10 Days (September, 2025)
Included:
Program, Airfare, Travel, Accommodation, Meals, Entertainment, and more
Partners: