Asteroid Search Program 2026–27
Become a real Citizen Scientist. Analyze authentic astronomical images, search for undiscovered asteroids, and contribute to NASA's Near-Earth Object program — all while learning real research methodology.
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What is the Asteroid Search Program?
Run in collaboration with the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC) — a NASA citizen science initiative — this program gives students hands-on access to real astronomical image data. Participants learn to compare deep-space images, spot moving objects, and report genuine asteroid candidates that feed into NASA's Near-Earth Object (NEO) Program at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Who Can Participate?
School students, college students, teachers and astronomy enthusiasts with a genuine curiosity for space science.
Citizen Science Experience
Work with real NASA-affiliated image data and contribute to genuine, ongoing scientific research.
NASA-Inspired Learning
Training designed around the methods used by professional asteroid-hunting survey programs.
Image Analysis Training
Learn professional image-comparison techniques to identify possible moving objects in the sky.
Research Methodology
Understand how astronomers report candidates, validate findings, and document discoveries.
Certificate on Completion
Receive an official Program Completion Certificate recognising your participation as a citizen scientist.
Mr. George Salazar
NASA, Johnson Space Centre, USA
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Citizen Scientists
Preliminary Asteroids Discovered
Open to every kind of space lover
School Students
College Students
Teachers
Astronomy Enthusiasts
Space Lovers
STEM Learners
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Access Portal
Watch Instruction Videos
Install Software
Practice with Training Images
Submit Practice Image
Receive Confirmation
Work on Official Images
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Program Completion Certificate
Students who successfully complete the program will receive an official Program Completion Certificate, recognised by Smartcircuits Innovation, IASC and NASA.
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