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Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Operating Status: Operating
JPL, a NASA-sponsored research center in Pasadena, managed by Caltech, pioneers space exploration.
Founded
1936
Location
Pasadena, CA, US
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is a NASA-sponsored research center in Pasadena, California, managed by the California Institute of Technology. Founded in 1936, JPL focuses on space exploration, planetary science, and Earth observation. The laboratory develops advanced technologies for robotic space missions, designs and operates spacecraft, and conducts groundbreaking scientific research.
JPL has been instrumental in numerous space exploration milestones, including the Mars rover missions and deep space probes. The laboratory's work encompasses a wide range of activities, from studying Earth's climate and environment to searching for exoplanets and potential signs of extraterrestrial life. JPL's innovative approach to space exploration and its commitment to "daring mighty things" have established it as a leader in space technology and scientific discovery.
