ARISS (Amateur Radio on the ISS). In this video, NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers walks through the step-by-step p rocess of setting up a live ham radio contact, showing how schools and organizations bridge the gap between Earth and orbit. Learn how amateur radio technology makes these inspiring conversations possible and why ham radio is a powerful tool for sparking curiosity about STEM and space exploration. Learn more about ham radio in space: https://go.nasa.gov/3T3QHBk
Most NASA images are in the public domain and free to use. Credit NASA as the source. Check NASA's media usage guidelines for details. Images featuring identifiable individuals may require additional permissions.
NASA ID
jsc2025m000040_Connecting_Classrooms_to_Space-Ham_Radio_Explainer_by_NASA_Astronaut_Nichole_Ayers
Date Created
December 16, 2025
Center
JSC
Media Type
video
Download this video in multiple resolutions. All NASA media are free for public use.
Video
Full