JPL is the only Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) in the NASA family. As an FFRDC, JPL can fill the role of research institution partner required for all STTR proposals. In addition to being an FFRDC, JPL is considered by many to be NASA’s technology powerhouse, with broad-ranging expertise and capabilities across a wide spectrum of technologies. Among JPL’s areas of strength are the following: Spacecraft Systems Energy and Power Conversion Avionics Landers Planetary Protection Sensors and Instruments In-situ and Life Detection Instruments and Platforms Optical/IR Interferometry Near-InfraRed, Mid-IR, Far-IR and sub-mm sensors InSAR Precision Wavefront Sensing & Control Cryogenic Coolers Communication & Navigation Optical Communication and High Data-Rate Planetary Communications Networks Low Thrust Trajectory Design and Navigation Entry, Descent & Precision Landing Precision Formation Flying Rendezvous with Small Bodies Ultra-Precise Clocks Robotics, Mobility & Manipulation Sample Acquisition, Handling & Return Autonomous Mobility Specialized Capabilities and Facilities Advanced Computing, Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Advanced System Engineering for Rapid Design and Architecture Trades State of the art Testing and Technology Assessment Software Techniques and Methodologies Nano/Bio/Quantum Technology and Micro-Devices Laboratory JPL is actively seeking opportunities to partner with small businesses on STTR proposals to NASA, DoD, DoE, DHHS and NSF. To discuss your company’s interest in partnering with JPL on an STTR proposal, please contact Patricia Liggett at 818-393-0675.