Support ASTRA's Journey to ASCEND Conference

Help Us Launch Our Research to the Stars – Support Our Trip to ASCEND!

We’re ASTRA: Advanced Space Technology & Research for Astronauts — a passionate undergraduate team dedicated to pushing the frontiers of astronaut health, space technology, and human performance in extreme environments. For over a year, we’ve worked tirelessly to develop and write a technical paper on an innovative biosensor system for stress detection and neuromodulation in space. Now, we’ve been granted the incredible opportunity to present our research at the AIAA ASCEND Conference, one of the most prestigious space science and aerospace gatherings in the world.

This opportunity is not just a milestone — it’s a launchpad. ASCEND will allow us to connect with leaders in the aerospace industry, gain mentorship, publish our work, and represent the potential of student-led innovation on a global stage.

But we need your help to get there.

We're fundraising to cover essential travel expenses such as: flights, conference registration, hotel stay, and meals. Every contribution — no matter the size — brings us one step closer to sharing our work and proving that determined students with big ideas can make a real impact in the space sector.

By supporting us, you’re not just funding a trip — you're investing in the next generation of space researchers and engineers. Let’s make history together.

Thank you for believing in us.