NASA conducts cutting-edge, fundamental research



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NASA conducts cutting-edge, fundamental research in traditional and emerging disciplines to help transform the nation's air transportation system, and to support future air and space vehicles.

Our goals are to improve airspace capacity and mobility, improve aviation safety, and improve aircraft performance while reducing noise, emissions and fuel burn.

Our world-class capability is built on a tradition of expertise in aeronautical engineering and its core research areas, including aerodynamics, aeroacoustics, materials and structures, propulsion, dynamics and control, sensor and actuator technologies, advanced computational and mathematical techniques, and experimental measurement techniques.






Recent Events
National Research Council Meeting of Experts on NASA Plans for System-Level Research on Environmental Impact Mitigation

May 14-15, 2009

The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
National Harbor, MD

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Feature: Shhhh! Keep It Down, PleaseNew
New technologies and aircraft designs could help lower the volume around busy airports.
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Feature: Look, Up in the SkyNew
Air shows are great places to see aircraft, but they're also an opportunity to learn about NASA's work to improve aviation efficiency and safety.
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