Space Foundation Press Releases
Space Foundation Summer Institute for teachers grows by 10 percent
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 8, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that attendance at its recently completed Summer Institute has increased by 10 percent, compared to attendance in 2005. A total of 169 teachers from across the United States and even Italy came to Colorado Springs to participate in the five, intensive, graduate-level courses…
Register now by Aug. 11 to save $275 at Strategic Space and Defense 2006
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 7, 2006) — This is the last week for those planning to attend Strategic Space and Defense 2006 to save up to $275 off the standard registration fee. The Early Bird registration deadline ends Friday, Aug. 11. The Space Foundation and Space Newspresent the conference Oct. 10-12 at the Qwest Center…
Rep. Everett, Gen Cartwright among confirmed speakers for Strategic Space and Defense 2006
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jul. 26, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that The Honorable Terry Everett, chairman, Strategic Forces Subcommittee, House Armed Services Committee, United States House of Representatives and Gen. James E. Cartwright, USMC, commander, United States Strategic Command, are early confirmed speakers for Strategic Space and Defense 2006. The Space Foundation and…
Space Foundation commends NASA on successful shuttle mission, looks to next steps
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jul. 17, 2006) — The Space Foundation congratulates Space Shuttle Discovery’s crew, NASA, and the entire shuttle team on a successful launch, mission, and landing. Commander Steven Lindsey, pilot Mark Kelly, and mission specialists Michael Fossum, Lisa Nowak, Piers Sellers, and Stephanie Wilson returned to Earth at 9:14 EDT this morning, successfully…
Space Foundation participates at 45th Farnborough International AirShow
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jul. 14, 2006) — Instrumental in the creation of the first International Space Pavilion (ISP) at the Farnborough International Airshow in 2004, the Space Foundation is hosting an exhibit and facilitating presentation and networking opportunities at the 45th Farnborough International Airshow (FIA). The FIA takes place July 17-23, 2006, in Farnborough, England.…
Delta 4 rockets Air Force Space Command to new heights
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jun. 28, 2006) — Space Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer Elliot G. Pulham made the following statement in response to last evening’s successful Delta 4 launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif: “Air Force Space Command has delivered again – an historic 45 consecutive successful launches. The Space Foundation congratulates the…
Nothing fishy about space technology improving performance of reels and rods
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jun. 8, 2006) — The same lubricant technology that ensures the space shuttle is delivered safely to its launch pad can now be used by anglers for improved reel care and performance. The Space Foundation announced today that Penn Synthetic Reel Oil, Precision Reel Grease, and Rod and Reel Cleaner are officially…
Outstanding technologies sought for national recognition
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 25, 2006) — The Space Foundation is currently accepting nominations for its prestigious Space Technology Hall of Fame program. The Space Foundation, in partnership with NASA, created the Space Technology Hall of Fame in 1988 to honor the innovators who transform space-based technology into commercial products and services that improve life…
Space Foundation Summer Institute graduate courses near capacity
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 24, 2006) — A record number of teachers are registered to participate in the Space Foundation’s Summer Institute graduate courses. Space Foundation officials said today attendance in 2006 is expected to be more than ten percent greater than in 2005. The Summer Institute consists of five intensive, week-long, graduate-level courses covering…
Space Foundation announces early confirmed speakers for Florida Space 2006
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 18, 2006) — Today the Space Foundation announced that leading entrepreneurs, a nationally acclaimed astrophysicist, and the director of Kennedy Space Center will be featured speakers during the second annual Florida Space conference. The conference takes place Dec. 5-7, 2006 at the Buena Vista Palace in Orlando, Fla. Dr. Peter H.…