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VISION/MISSION

The Office of Space Science will use its knowledge and discoveries about the Sun, the solar system, the galaxy, and the universe to develop education and public outreach opportunities and activities that enhance science, mathematics, and technology education and the scientific and technological literacy of all Americans.

The education mission of OSS is to engage its community of research scientists, managers, engineers, and support staff across the nation in education and public outreach activities to fulfill its vision. To this end, OSS will use all its resources, specifically drawing on the inspirational nature of space science; the remarkable results from its missions; and the special talents of its research community in universities, institutes, and laboratories throughout the country.

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