# National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences

> Egyptian space institution

**Wikidata**: [Q4314942](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4314942)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Authority_for_Remote_Sensing_and_Space_Sciences)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/national-authority-for-remote-sensing-and-space-sciences

## Summary
The National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS) is an Egyptian government agency and research institute established in 1991. It operates satellites including EgyptSat 1 and EgyptSat 2, focusing on remote sensing and space sciences research.

## Key Facts
- Established in 1991 as a government agency and research institute
- Full name: National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences
- Short name: NARSS
- Headquarters: Cairo, Egypt
- Coordinates: 30.129277777777776°N, 31.381777777777778°E
- Official website: http://www.narss.sci.eg/ (English language)
- Owns and operates EgyptSat 1 and EgyptSat 2 satellites
- ISNI: 0000000404832672
- ROR ID: 03qv51n94
- GRID ID: grid.436946.a

## FAQs
### Q: When was the National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences established?
A: The National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences was established in 1991.

### Q: What satellites does NARSS operate?
A: NARSS owns and operates EgyptSat 1 and EgyptSat 2, both Egyptian space satellites.

### Q: What is the primary purpose of NARSS?
A: NARSS is a government agency and research institute focused on remote sensing and space sciences research.

### Q: Where is the headquarters of NARSS located?
A: NARSS is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt.

## Why It Matters
The National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences plays a crucial role in Egypt's space program by conducting research and developing remote sensing capabilities. As a government agency, it contributes to national space technology development and helps build Egypt's presence in the global space community. The satellites it operates, particularly EgyptSat 1 and EgyptSat 2, provide valuable data for various applications including environmental monitoring, urban planning, and disaster management. By establishing a dedicated institution for remote sensing and space sciences, Egypt demonstrates its commitment to scientific advancement and technological self-sufficiency in the space domain.

## Notable For
- Established Egypt's first dedicated national institution for remote sensing and space sciences
- Successfully developed and deployed EgyptSat 1 and EgyptSat 2, Egypt's first generation of remote sensing satellites
- Maintains an interdisciplinary research institute combining government agency functions with scientific research
- Provides remote sensing data that supports national development goals across multiple sectors

## Body
### Organization
The National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS) is an Egyptian government agency and research institute. It was established in 1991 to focus on remote sensing and space sciences research and development.

### Structure and Functions
NARSS operates as a research institute and government agency, combining administrative functions with scientific research capabilities. Its headquarters are located in Cairo, Egypt, at coordinates 30.129277777777776°N, 31.381777777777778°E.

### Satellites
NARSS owns and operates two Egyptian space satellites:
- EgyptSat 1: Egypt's first remote sensing satellite
- EgyptSat 2: A subsequent generation of Egyptian remote sensing satellite

### Identifiers and Codes
- ISNI: 0000000404832672
- ROR ID: 03qv51n94
- GRID ID: grid.436946.a
- KISTI ID: K000210700
- HAL structure ID: 204498
- Freebase ID: /m/0hzn34r
- Ringgold ID: 230801
- Microsoft Academic ID (discontinued): 10180231

### Online Presence
- Official website: http://www.narss.sci.eg/ (in English)
- Wikipedia: Available in Arabic, Egyptian Arabic, English, and Turkish
- Wikipedia title: "National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences"

## References

1. GRID Release 2017-01-10
2. GRID Release 2015-12-14
3. GRID Release 2016-12-06
4. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions
5. Microsoft Academic Knowledge Graph
6. HAL