Space Foundation Now Accepting Nominations for Space Technology Hall of Fame 2026 Induction Class

Written by: Space Foundation Editorial Team

• Honoring technologies that deliver real-world benefits from space
• Nominations accepted through Aug. 31, 2025
• Inductees to be honored at Space Symposium, April 13–16, 2026

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — June 4, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, today announced nominations are open for the 2026 class of the prestigious Space Technology Hall of Fame. Inductees will be honored at Space Symposium, taking place April 13–16, 2026, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, CO.

“Every year, we shine a light on the remarkable ways space technologies improve life on Earth,” said Heather Pringle, CEO of Space Foundation. “We proudly honor the people and organizations whose groundbreaking innovations deliver progress and create new opportunities across industries.”

Established in 1988, the Space Technology Hall of Fame recognizes technologies born from global space programs that have been adapted for practical applications on Earth. The program celebrates the scientists, engineers, and innovators behind these achievements and highlights the far-reaching benefits of space exploration.

Commenting on being inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame, Dr. Asad M. Madni said, “As a young engineer embarking on a career of my chosen profession, I always dreamt and hoped that my contributions to engineering would play a larger role than designing complex systems and devices, that they would in fact have a beneficial impact on society and humanity. I am extremely grateful to have had that dream of mine come true.”

Anyone can nominate technologies developed anywhere in the world, provided they were initially developed for use in space and then modified or adapted for use on Earth. Selected technologies will be inducted during a special awards ceremony at Space Symposium. The deadline for online nominations is Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025.

Individuals and organizations may submit up to three nominations, including previously nominated technologies that have not been inducted. Nominations must include supporting materials, such as technical papers or product information, which will be evaluated for completeness before review by an expert judging panel and ranked according to Space Technology Hall of Fame selection criteria.

To submit a nomination, visit www.spacefoundation.org/nominate-a-technology

Selection Criteria for Space Technology Hall of Fame

Public Response: Is the technology easily understood by the public? Does it highlight the value of space exploration and inspire interest or careers in the space workforce?

Societal Benefit: How does the technology improve health, safety, conservation, efficiency, education, or quality of life?

Economic Benefit: Has the technology contributed to successful products, companies, or economic growth, particularly in the space sector?

Leadership Investment: Did the development process reflect innovative practices, inclusion, or entrepreneurial opportunity?

Longevity: How long has the technology been in use, and has it evolved or expanded in application over time?

Each nomination undergoes a comprehensive review by a judging panel and technical experts, with final selections based on these criteria.

Inductees to Space Technology Hall of Fame

2025 Space Technology Hall of Fame inductees include:

• GyroChip® – Quartz Rate Sensor
• Ga-free Superlattice Infrared Detector

Past honorees have ranged from energy-saving devices and advanced medical tools to satellite technologies and everyday consumer products. To view the full list of inducted technologies, visit: www.spacefoundation.org/inducted-technologies/

For more information or questions regarding the nomination process, please contact [email protected].

About Space Technology Hall of Fame

Space Technology Hall of Fame, launched in 1988 by Space Foundation in partnership with NASA, honors individuals, organizations and companies that adapt technologies originally developed for space and now improve the quality of life on Earth, as well as inspire future space innovators. Honorees are nominated by the space community and global space agency technology transfer offices, reviewed and selected by space and technology experts, and inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame at Space Symposium. Visit Space Technology Hall of Fame to nominate a technology at www.spacetechhalloffame.org.

About Space Foundation 

Space Foundation advances the global space community through education, collaboration, and information. Founded in 1983, the nonprofit brings together space professionals, educators, and leaders from around the world to highlight how space benefits life on Earth and beyond. As a charitable organization, Space Foundation is supported by members, sponsors, individuals, and grants. Learn more at www.SpaceFoundation.org, and follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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