NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab: The Search for a New Partner NASA is opening up bids for who will run the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) once its contract with Caltech expires in 2028, sending shockwaves through the scientific community.
This decision isn't just about handing over management responsibilities; it's about ensuring the future of space exploration.
The JPL, founded in 1936 and a crucial hub for NASA's planetary research, is at the forefront of ambitious endeavors such as landing rovers on Mars and studying our solar system's origins.