Earth science research center in Mission, Texas

NASA Johnson Space Center, located at 2101 East Nasa Parkway in Houston, Texas, is a leading institution in human space exploration, discovery, and achievement. For over half a century, the center has been at the forefront of technological innovations and scientific discoveries, powering our country into the 21st century. As the home to America's astronaut corps, Mission Control Center, International Space Station, Orion and Gateway programs, the center is a hub of activity with over 11,000 civil service and contractor employees. The center is led by Director Vanessa E. Wyche and oversees a broad range of human spaceflight activities.