Getting Started

This style guide is intended as a resource to help both internal and external parties. NRAO and associated branding elements should be used in a consistent and professional manner in accordance with the history of the brand as well as the agreements set out between NRAO, NSF, and AUI. It is not all-encompassing but covers a variety of topics including logos, colors, typography, and downloadable resources.

Logos

Best practices for using NRAO logos

Visual Style

Learn how color and style work together to define the NRAO brand

Typography

Find out how typography integrates with NRAO branding

Downloads

Access resources needed when creating an NRAO branded document or presentation

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
	Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.
	The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense..."
	AUI collaborates with the scientific community and research sponsors to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities. We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public.