Exploring the High-Energy Universe

Student-led Research in High-Energy Astrophysics and Cosmic Ray Detection

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CAPIBARA Collaboration Logo - Stylized capybara mascot representing our student-led space mission team

Our Impact

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Our Missions

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Cosmic Ray Detector

Detecting cosmic rays from space

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Artist rendering of two CubeSat satellites in formation flying in Earth orbit for triangulation observations

COSMOS Programme

Observing the universe for high-energy transients and multi-messenger counterparts

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Why Join Us?

The CAPIBARA Collaborations is ever growing and we'd like to have you along us! Beyond hardware and science, CAPIBARA is about building community of the new generation of space experts. We're creating a collaboration where students don't just learn about space, they actually engage with it.

For Students

Work on real flight hardware and software, with simulations and operations. CAPIABRA is not only engineering, but also science, outreach, communication... there's a place for you to contribute. No prior experience required, we are here to learn! Application Form

For Advisors

Mentor the next generation. Join COSMOS' Advisory Board or contact the CRD team. You provide invaluable knowledge and guidance! Contact Us!

For Institutions

Partner with us, provide lab space, expertise, funding or host a student team. Help scale this student-centred mission model. Contact for partnership

Latest Updates

Call for New Members

1 January, 2026

The CAPIBARA Collaboration encourages motivated students worldwide to join its efforts in both is programmes. Students may work in any related fields not only STEM subjects, but also education and outreach related. No impossible requirements, no selection process.

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Year 1 Status Report Published!

July 20, 2025

We are happy to celebrate our first birthday and to share our progress and next steps.

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Project Presentation at Barcelona's Science Museum CosmoCaixa

March 6, 2025

Our PI, on behalf of the team, presented the CAPIBARA collaboration, its goals, progress and plans to an audience of Explainers, the museum young volunteers.

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