The Commission for Astronomy and Space Science defines its core tasks within the fields of astronomy, astrophysics, and space physics as follows: coordinating scientific exchange and research collaboration, and communicating science to the general public.

Regarding the coordination of research collaboration, the Commission for Astronomy and Space Science aims to establish a scientific network based on the existing expertise in astrophysics and space physics in Austria. The primary objective is to identify current research areas that can be developed into large-scale, collaborative project proposals by research groups from the University of Vienna (Astrophysics and Lithospheric Research), the University of Innsbruck (Astro- and Particle Physics), the University of Graz (Institute of Geophysics, Astrophysics and Meteorology – IGAM), and the Austrian Academy of Sciences (Space Research Institute in Graz). 

Furthermore, the Commission seeks to foster greater public openness toward science and technology in these fields through outreach activities—including engagement with the media and educational institutions and the “Littrow Lectures” initiative.