Vision, Mission and Values

Our Vision

Revolutionize humanity’s understanding of the Universe through inclusive participation in scientific discovery.

Our Mission

Secure the resources needed to realize the full scientific potential of Rubin Observatory’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time, and to develop and implement innovative programs that position a diverse community of researchers to make cutting-edge scientific discoveries.

LSSTC’s work is guided by our core values: 

• Discovery - We empower scientists to make frontier discoveries about the Universe.
• Inclusion - We create environments and programs that foster participation of individuals from diverse backgrounds and institutions, with specific attention to including underrepresented and marginalized groups. 
• Innovation - We develop bold, unique programs in astronomy and physics that do not fit traditional funding models.
• Endurance - We design our programs to have a long-lasting and transformational impact on science and society.
• Community - We grow and diversify the Rubin LSST research community through networks and partnerships. 
• Agility - We respond to evolving community needs and scientific opportunities.

This Corporation is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, including for such purposes, distributing to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.