NASA Astrobiology Institute-Minority Institution Research Support (NAI-MIRS) Program
Project Abstract
The NASA Astrobiology Institute (NAI) Minority Institution Research Support (MIRS) program provides opportunities for researchers from qualified minority institutions to initiate joint partnerships with researchers in the field of astrobiology. The NAI-MIRS program provides summer sabbaticals, follow-up support, and travel opportunities for faculty and students from minority institutions. The purpose of this initiative is to increase the attendance and participation of underrepresented scientists in astrobiology research laboratories, at professional conferences, and as members in NAI Teams. Dragonfly Enterprises provides management, program development, and communication services including the recruitment of minority institution researchers for the sabbatical program. DFE develops and maintains the NAI-MIRS website (NAI-MIRS.org) including a web-based data management system for registration and tracking of programs.
