ABOUT THE CONSORTIUM

NYCST IS PIONEERING NEW YORK SPACE INNOVATION

The New York Consortium for Space Technology Innovation and Development (NYCST), led by Cornell University, is an agile, mission-driven collaboration that establishes a centrally located nexus for space-related education, infrastructure, expertise and capabilities aimed at catalyzing transformative growth in education, space technology, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain capabilities.

Research &
development
FACILITIES

workforce
development

space
project
funding

support
for small
businesses

we are on a mission to

strengthen the national space technology ecosystem

NYCST bolsters innovation in space technology, supports small businesses, and addresses critical skills gaps in the sector. Development programs span four core domains — education & workforce development, facilities access, R&D, and small business assistance.

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DEFENSE-FOCUSED SPACE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION

A NEW YORK LED, STRATEGIC NATIONAL INITIATIVE

NYCST is an officially designated Defense Manufacturing Community under the Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program (DMCSP), NYCST aims to bolster innovation in space technology, support small businesses, and address critical skills gaps in the sector.

BORN from THE VISION
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