The primary goal of the program is to train the next generation of scientists and engineers, enabling NASA to meet future research and development challenges in the space life sciences. Please note that in addition to the research project, the SLSTP includes a group project, and some project based training. These are mandatory activities and are estimated to be ~20% of all SLSTP students’ effort.
Students who are interested may apply through the SLSTPapp website at https://www.SLSTPapp.com.
Prospective applicants must create a student account on the SLSTPapp website.
Information for Applicants
The SLSTP is an equal opportunity program. Admission is by competitive application process. U.S. Citizen undergraduate students and U.S. Citizen first year graduate students who maintain a 3.2 or higher grade point average are invited to apply. Past student participants were selected for their outstanding merit, passion for space, and desire to study space life science.
How to Apply:
The NASA SLSTP application system will open in December 2018, and can be found at: https://www.slstpapp.com/. Please subscribe to the SLSTP mailing list and check back for updates.
NASA Facts: Space Life Sciences Training Program (Oct. 2016)
The summer application window opened on December 11, 2018, and closes January 29, 2019, 5:00 pm Pacific Time.
The SLSTP management team will begin reviewing applications starting in mid-January. Selections will be completed by early March, 2019. While preparing your application you will be asked to provide a narrative statement detailing your relevant experience and why you would like to work on each of the specific projects you select.
Information on the SLSTP program can be found at: http://www.nasa.gov/ames/research/space-life-sciences-training-program
Please email Hami Ray hami.e.ray@nasa.gov with any questions.