Open Science Initiative

Aurora Program

Share Satellite Resources · Light Up Open Science

A public science initiative for global research, education, and industry partners — opening satellite resources, observation data, and technical capabilities to lower the barrier to space science.

Core Mission

Aurora Program lowers the barrier to space science by opening on-orbit platforms, observation data, and technical capabilities.

Open Space Resources

Open satellite platforms, observation data, and technical capabilities.

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Empower Innovation

Support interdisciplinary research with full-chain technical support.

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Practice Open Science

Promote open sharing of satellite data and experimental results.

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Cultivate Talent

Build a complete training system from theory to on-orbit practice.

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Experiment Platforms

Three entry points for scientific and educational collaboration.

Desktop CubeSat

1:1 scale desktop satellite model for principle verification, algorithm rehearsal, and teaching.

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On-Orbit CubeSat

Standardized on-orbit scientific experiment platform for small payloads and technology validation.

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Scientific Experiment Satellite

Customized professional space science platform for major research projects and long-term observation.

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Data Access

Meter-Level Data Open Access

Free meter-level and above optical/multispectral imagery for global non-profit research teams supporting geoscience, ecology, agriculture, disaster monitoring, urban governance, and climate change research.

Satellite Remote Sensing Data Processing Training

End-to-end capacity building for government, research institutes, commercial space, and industry users — covering optical, SAR, LiDAR, AI interpretation, and full mission-lifecycle engineering practice.

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16 Core Modules
180
180 Learning Points
~592
~592 Hours
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Application Process

Six-step closed-loop process from application to advanced incubation.

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Submit Application

Download the official template and send completed materials.

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Expert Review

Technical committee reviews feasibility and scientific value.

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Resource Matching

Assign project manager and match satellite resources.

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Project Implementation

Carry out experiments with full technical support.

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Deliverables

Deliver data, reports, or training certifications.

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Advanced Incubation

Outstanding projects gain follow-up on-orbit verification opportunities.

Application Materials

Download the official forms and reference documents before submitting your application.

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Application Template

The official application form. Complete it and submit to the designated email address.

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Program Guide

Eligibility, evaluation criteria, data policy and the full application workflow explained.

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Open Cooperation Modes

Four partnership modes to build the open space-science ecosystem together.

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Scientific Research Partners

Universities, research institutes and key laboratories — joint research programmes, on-orbit experiments and data application studies, sharing satellite resources and technical capabilities.

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Technical Partners

Satellite hardware manufacturers, payload developers, data service providers and algorithm companies — joint technology development, co-built platforms and a stronger service ecosystem.

03

Education Partners

Universities, vocational colleges and STEM education institutions — co-developed aerospace curricula, shared training bases and talent development.

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Industrial Application Partners

Industry regulators, industrial bodies and enterprises — joint deployment of satellite technology across sectors, empowering industry with space technology.

Apply to Aurora Program

Complete the form below. The technical committee reviews applications and responds within 5–7 working days.

Join the Aurora Program

Submit your organization information and application requirements to become a partner.