The NASA Ames Research Center is a major research facility located in Moffett Field, California. Established in 1939, it focuses on a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines, including aeronautics, space exploration, and planetary science. The center is known for its advanced wind tunnels and simulation facilities that help test aircraft and spacecraft designs. Ames plays a crucial role in various NASA missions, contributing to projects like the Mars Exploration Program and the Kepler Space Telescope. The center also collaborates with universities and private industry to advance technology and research in fields such as astrobiology and robotics.