C.12 Planetary Instrument Concepts for the Advancement of Solar System Observations POC Change

The goal of the C.12 Planetary Instrument Concepts for the Advancement of Solar System Observations (PICASSO) program is to support the development of spacecraft-based instrument components and systems that would enhance or enable the scientific return from future planetary missions. Therefore, the proposed instrument component or system must address specific scientific objectives of likely future planetary science missions.

The point of contact (POC) has been updated for C.12 PICASSO. The new POC is Nalin Ratnayake, who may be reached at hq-picasso@mail.nasa.gov. Proposals may be submitted at any time during the open period of ROSES-2024.

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