More information
Resources, FAC and other documentation of the Institute.
Technical Documentation
Classification guides, laboratory protocol, bibliography and usefull links.
- Nomenclature Committee Guidelines
- ENG · Required datasheet for classification
- ESP · Datos requeridos para clasificación
- Lunar Meteorites Information
Usefull Web Resources
A selection of web sites with accredited information about meteoritics.
- Research Gate.
- Lunar Meteorites. WUSTL.
- The Meteoritical Society official page.
- Lunar and Planetary Institute.
- NASA; meteors and meteorites.
- NASA Astromaterials 3D.
- ANSMET, the Antarctic search for meteorites.
FAQ
What is the Adara Institute?
The Adara Institute is a private research and education center dedicated to planetary science, meteoritics, and the curation of extraterrestrial materials, as well as to the development of web technologies, applications, programming, and digital tools focused on science and private enterprise.
What are the main research areas of the Institute?
Our work focuses on meteorite classification, cosmochemistry, planetary materials analysis, and the preservation of scientific collections, as well as providing companies and institutions with programming tools and institutional web development solutions.
Why this duality in the services of the Adara Institute?
Because our Institute is structured into several departments, including the Department of Space Sciences, the Tech Solutions Division, the Astromaterials Laboratory, and the Department of Technical Training.
Is the Institute open to public visits or only for research purposes?
Currently, access is limited to researchers, collaborators, and scheduled educational programs. Exhibitions or public access may be considered in the future.
How can I contact the Institute for inquiries or collaborations?
You can contact us by email at adara@meteoriteslab.org or through the CONTACT FORM on this website.
Can external researchers submit meteorite samples for analysis?
Yes, the Institute accepts external samples under formal submission and traceability protocols (AML reference system).
How does the Institute ensure the curation and long-term preservation of meteorites?
Samples are stored under controlled conditions, with full cataloging, environmental monitoring, and non-destructive handling protocols.
Are analytical reports or classification certificates available to clients?
Yes, after analysis, clients receive detailed laboratory reports and official classification documents when applicable.
Does the Institute collaborate with museums or universities?
Yes, ADARA maintains collaborations with museums, universities, and research institutions worldwide for scientific exchange and study.
What types of courses does the Adara Institute offer?
The Institute offers specialized private courses in meteoritics, laboratory assistants, Earth Sciences specialities, and planetary materials analysis.
Are the training programs officially accredited?
Courses are part of our private education program and are not officially accredited by public institutions. Adara Institute offers certificates of participation for its courses, valid for the private sector.
Do the courses include certificates of participation?
Yes, participants receive a digital and/or printed certificate of participation issued by the Adara Institute.
Is the Adara Institute a public or private organization?
It is a private scientific and educational institution registered as Adara Institute LLC.
How can I subscribe to the Institute’s newsletter or announcements?
You can subscribe directly in the CONTACT PAGE to receive news about courses, publications, and activities.
I am an organization — how can I request a quote for an IT or technology project?
For any contact with the Institute, you may use the available channels: email and the CONTACT FORM provided on this website.