Space Physics Research Laboratory

The Space Physics Research Laboratory (SPRL) mission connects the excellence of the University of Michigan to the development of innovative engineering solutions to explore extreme environments throughout the Solar System and enable transformative research. Through our partnerships with principle investigators across the University and in industry we imagine, design, test, build, and deploy unique hardware and software technologies. We specialize in advancing technologies, hardware components, and instruments through technology readiness levels (TRL) into spaceflight instruments for both earth and space observing NASA mission. We also work to develop autonomous, highly reliable, rugged sensors that can be deployed in harsh environments on Earth such as in the ocean or antarctic. Throughout all of our work, we provide unique experiential educational experiences and mentoring for undergraduate and graduate students that will set them on a rewarding career path unlike any other.