Research
Emerging space technologies, from fundamental research to industrial uptake.
Three strategic pillars
CCEST will draw on the combined expertise of FORTH’s Institutes of Computer Science, Astrophysics, and Electronic Structure and Laser, structuring its mission around three strategic pillars.
Intelligent space systems
Optical & quantum communications
Quantum sensors
Application areas
Space Communications
Ground-to-satellite connectivity
Space Surveillance
Monitoring and tracking of space activity
Earth Observation
Advanced data and planetary monitoring
From frontier research to innovation
With a focus on space communications, space surveillance and monitoring, and Earth observation, the Center aims to create, for the first time in Southeastern Europe, a fully integrated space technology ecosystem.
This approach spans the entire innovation chain: from fundamental research and new ESA-certified infrastructures to technology maturation and industrial uptake. A central component of the initiative is the upgraded Skinakas Observatory.