KISS Study Program - 2026 Solicitation

The call for 2026 KISS Study Proposals is now open – details are available on the KISS website and further summarized below.

Solicitation for 2026 KISS Study Program Proposals

• KISS intends to select and support 3-5 study programs in 2026 that bring together leading scientists and engineers from Caltech, JPL, and the external space community to develop ideas and concepts that can revolutionize space science and engineering.
• Study program concepts are solicited in the broad areas of space studies including but not limited to planetary science, earth science, astronomy & astrophysics, and engineering. The Keck Institute is looking for programs that would not happen without KISS support. We are looking for technically-oriented studies that significantly advance a field. 
• Proposal Concepts are due November 3, with full proposals due December 19
• More information can be found here: https://kiss.caltech.edu/proposals.html

Questions? Contact KISS Executive Director, Harriet Brettle ([email protected])