The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a non-profit consortium of universities and institutions that manages world-class astronomical observatories and telescopes. AURA operates facilities such as the NSF's National Optical-Infrared Astronomy Research Laboratory (NOIRLab), the National Solar Observatory (NSO), and the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) for NASA. These facilities support ground-based and space-based astronomy, solar research, and data processing for missions like the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes. AURA's work spans from observatory operations to developing advanced astronomical instruments and data analysis tools, making it a key partner for federal agencies in advancing space science and astrophysics.
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The Space Telescope Science Institute is operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy in Washington, DC.