The partnership
Astra sees the participation of three public research centers and two private entities. The former are the Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI), the University of Perugia and the National Institute of Astrophysics (INAF). The private bodies are the Bruno Kessler Foundation and Thales Alenia Ltd.
Researchers, post-docs and technologists hired for this project
8 People
50% Women
Structured personnel
90 People
22% Women
How far have we progressed?
Follow the progress of the project, its individual work packages and its tasks.
Project ends on 31 December 2025
Ongoing
It ends on 12/2025
WP1 Advanced technologies for Space industry
In the framework of this WP1, the Spoke and Spoke affiliates will develop innovative technologies of great interest for the …
Ongoing
It ends on 12/2025
WP2 Digital platforms for Space industry
WP2 aims at the realization of shared digital platforms to support innovation in research institutions and industrial supply chains operating …
Ongoing
It ends on 12/2025
WP3 Technology Transfer and Impact Management
This work package will implement an innovative approach to technology transfer for the spoke activities. Thanks to the creation of …
Financial resources
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10.4 Million euro Project's total cost
2.0 Million euro Transferred to the project so far
Last published articles
05 September 2024
Herman Lima, from Brazil to Abruzzo to Develop Astra's Research
Due to his highly specialized profile, the Brazilian researcher has been hired for the project. He moved with his family to L’Aquila to enrich an international research team.
22 July 2024
Role of People in a Highly Technological Project
Over 70 people work together in three different territories for the Astra project. Some of them, both Italians and foreigners, were hired specifically for the project. An interview with the scientific director Roberto Aloisio.
30 June 2024
Astra’s research results and their impact on the economic fabric
One of the project's work packages is dedicated to a crucial theme: the impact of Astra on research, on economic actors and on communities in general.