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Thunderbird Drone Festival brings high-tech family fun and innovation to OSU-Tulsa

Hundreds flocked to Oklahoma State University-Tulsa this weekend to explore the latest in drone technology at 2024 Thunderbird Drone Festival.
The Thunderbird Drone Festival's film and photo awards show took place in the OSU-Tulsa Auditorium.
OSU launches national Counter-UAS Center of Excellence, announces $15M contract

Fri, Sep 23, 2022

The Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education (OAIRE) at Oklahoma State University has launched a Counter-UAS Center of Excellence and a new partnership aimed at strengthening national defense by developing counter-measures to thwart malicious Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

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Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education awarded major federal grant for work on Advanced Air Mobility

Fri, Sep 02, 2022

Oklahoma State University’s Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education (OAIRE) has received two federal grants to expand its reach and impact in the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).

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OSU researchers develop innovative method to battle invasive aquatic plants

Wed, Apr 27, 2022

As a modern-land grant university, research that makes a positive impact on the public is key to OSU’s mission. Through groundbreaking discoveries and new technologies, OSU is improving lives as researchers are constantly looking for the next innovation. One area of that highly impactful research includes ensuring Oklahoma’s water supply is safe and accessible.

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USRI students design flyer for NASA mission

Fri, Sep 17, 2021

Five college students at Oklahoma State University’s Unmanned Systems Research Institute (USRI) are giving NASA the ability to reach new heights and create new technologies for the future.

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Looking Upward

Fri, Dec 18, 2020

Through partnerships and a new NASA program, OSU is changing the future of unmanned flight.

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The Big Picture

Mon, May 18, 2020

OSU sets its sights on global solutions with its Tier 1 Research Initiatives

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