Report from Headquarters
Space Foundation Opens AGI Space Missions Simulator
Thanks to a multi-million dollar donation from Analytical Graphics, Inc., (AGI) sixth graders at Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy in Colorado Springs were able to complete their multi-curricular study of the International Space Station (ISS) in a state-of-the-art space missions simulator. The sixth graders programmed a simulation predicting when the ISS will be visible over Colorado Springs in June. “The students were absolutely amazed…
Certification Program Partner Plays Role Cleaning Gulf
Space Foundation Certified Supporting Partner UniRemInc (Universal Remediation Inc.) has been in the news lately for its role in oil cleanup efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. UniRemInc produces a “natural, beeswax-based oil eater,” and demand for its product has exceeded supply. The Pittsburgh-area company makes about 20 tons of the material a month, but wants to expand capacity…
The Space Report: Highest Wages in Space Industry
According to The Space Report 2010: The Authoritative Guide to Global Space Activity, space industry jobs stimulate the overall economy more than most other jobs because they offer higher salaries on average, providing more discretionary income and fostering a larger tax base. Looking at 2008 figures, the top five states for space industry wages were: Colorado –…
Volunteers Valuable to Symposium
The National Space Symposium is the premier gathering of the global space industry and one reason it’s so special is the support and hard work of a team of 250 volunteers. These extraordinary people donated hours of their time to assist Symposium staff and attendees in various capacities, from helping with registration to staffing the…
Nimoy Media Briefing on YouTube
In addition to his appearance as the featured speaker at the Space Foundation’s Space Technology Hall of Fame® Dinner, actor Leonard Nimoy spoke with reporters at a media briefing during the 26th National Space Symposium. During the session, he chronicled his career, gave his views on President Obama’s proposed NASA budget and the planned retirement of the…
Teacher Liaison Forum Goes Live
Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons can now easily share information and ideas with each other – regardless of where they are located – through the new online Teacher Liaison Forum. The Forum is exclusive to members of the Space Foundation Teacher Liaison Officer program, which provides training, materials, and support to extraordinary educators who effectively use space to educate and…
It's Not Too Early to Start Planning
As the National Space Symposium grows larger and more dynamic each year, the need for advance planning increases. The Exhibit Center for this year’s 26th National Space Symposium sold out months in advance – and for good reason; exhibitor benefits include: Networking for three-and-a-half days with key decision-makers and influential industry leaders Gaining visibility with aerospace, military…
The Space Report Reveals Steady Space Growth
Over the past five years, the global space economy has grown almost 40 percent, reflecting increasing commercialization, significant globalization, and expansion of military and civil space programs. Plus, the industry showed remarkable resiliency over the tumultuous past 12 months, demonstrating continued expansion into 2010. These findings are among many facts in The Space Report 2010:…
Space Foundation Reaches 101 Corporate Members
Steady, continuous growth has helped the Space Foundation reach the milestone mark of 101 corporate members, welcoming its newest corporate member Space Systems/Loral (SS/L) just in time for the 26th National Space Symposium. SS/L is one of the world’s premier designers, manufacturers, and integrators of powerful geostationary satellites and satellite systems. Headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif., the company…
Space Act Agreement Promotes Space Awareness
The Space Foundation and NASA have signed an agreement to formalize their long-standing collaboration on building awareness of the tangible benefits of space exploration. The Space Act Agreement was signed by Space Foundation CEO Elliot Pulham and NASA Director – Innovative Partnership Programs Doug Comstock at the 26th National Space Symposium last month in Colorado…