TAMU

STUDENTS FOR THE EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF SPACE

TAMU SEDS aims to connect students of all backgrounds with a passion for space. We inspire and enable the next generation of innovators and leaders in the pursuit of space exploration.

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Mission Timeline

Fall 2026

RECENT NEWS

Team Patch, a NASA Orbit competition team, was recently among the top 7 teams selected to present at the Johnson Space Center. The team, Yahya Khan (Lead), Zia Baig, Lillian Herte, Raunaq Malhotra, Eladio Zamora, Rushi Gandra, presented at JSC, placing 2nd overall! The team won 25k by presenting their innovative application.

Lunabotics 2026 Competition

Check out TAMU SEDS Lunabotics' team recent performance in the NASA Lunabotics 2026 Competition! For more information on our Lunabotics team, click here!

OUR EVENTS

OUR PROJECTS

SPRING 2025 SPEAKERS

DR. MARION NACHON | Associate Research Scientist on Planetary Geosciences and 2020-2024 Participating Scientist on Mars Perseverance Rover

Dr. Marion Nachon

DR. ROBERT KENNICUTT | Executive Director of the Mitchell Institute Co-Chair of the Decadal Survey on Astronomy and Astrophysics 2020

Dr. Robert Kennicutt

DR. PAUL ABELL Chief Scientist for Small Body Exploration Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science (ARES) Division

Dr. Paul Abell

Our Partners

FAQ

Who can join SEDS?

TAMU SEDS connects students of all backgrounds with a passion for space exploration. We are open to all TAMU students, regardless of major. Whether you’re an engineer, scientist, or just a space enthusiast, there’s a place for you here!

What do we do?

TAMU SEDS does a bit of anything. We host a general meeting on the first Wednesday of every month, with a speaker and social. Student Astroanut Corps takes place every Thursday for lectures and workshops. Join our competition and project teams or stop by for our socials!

When and where do general meetings take place?

General meetings take place on Wednesdays, 7-9 pm! We almost always host our meetings in the JEB/CHEN building.

How can I get involved with SEDS?

You can get involved by attending our general meetings, joining a project team, participating in SAC lectures/workshops, or connecting with us on Discord. Follow us on Instagram for updates!

How do I join a project/competition team?

Follow our Instagram for updates on application deadlines! They usually open at the beginning of each semester or reach out to team leads on Discord for more information!

How do I join a Student Astronaut Corp lecture/workshop?

Simply check our Instagram/Discord for updates on the dates and times for lectures and workshops, which usually take place on Thursdays, 7-8 pm, though the location may vary! No dues required for workshops or lectures.

ADVISOR

Advisor

Dr. Gregory Chamitoff