Royal Belgian Institute of Space Aeronomy

Institut d'Aéronomie Spatiale de Belgique

The Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy (BIRA-IASB) is a Belgian federal scientific research institute that focuses on the physics and chemistry of Earth's atmosphere, other planets, and outer space. BIRA-IASB designs and builds instruments for monitoring atmospheres and the space environment, operates experiments on the International Space Station and other satellites, and participates in international measurement programs. It also studies the impact of the Sun, nature, and man on atmospheric changes using models, lab experiments, and observations from various platforms. BIRA-IASB partners with organizations like ESA and NASA on missions such as ExoMars, Venus Express, and Mars Express.