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Punching Above Our Weight Class – Through Partnerships
Sportscasters sometimes refer to an over-achiever, or someone who frequently seems to perform beyond his or her apparent physical limitations, as “punching above his weight class.” It’s an apt, if somewhat anachronistic label, and one we embrace at the Space Foundation despite its pugilistic origins. We’re proud of the fact that we pursue our mission…
Read MoreA Summer of Discovery for Families
This month’s Second View is by Karla Probert, wife of Space Foundation Vice President – Education and Discovery Iain Probert. Early Sunday morning last week, our 8-year-old daughter sat on the couch recounting the highlights of her summer break. This was an unprompted discussion, she was simply sitting there reflecting on how fast the summer has gone…
Read MoreNominate Now for the 2014 General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award
The Space Foundation is now accepting nominations for its highest honor, the annual General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award. Honoring its late, long-time chairman, Gen. James E. Hill, USAF, Ret., the award recognizes outstanding individuals who have distinguished themselves through lifetime contributions to humankind through exploration, development and use of space, or through…
Read MoreChuck Zimkas is 2013 Recipient of NDIA Hartinger Award
Retired Space Foundation President Chuck Zimkas (pictured) has been named the 2013 recipient of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) General James V. Hartinger Award. Zimkas will be presented with the award at the 30th annual NDIA Rocky Mountain Ball on Sept. 13 at the Hotel Elegante in Colorado Springs. According to the award citation,…
Read MoreApply Now for the 2014 Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award
Educators who have demonstrated a commitment to inspiring students’ interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) may apply now to receive the 2014 Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award. Given annually by the Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Space Foundation, the award recognizes outstanding contributions to…
Read MoreCertified Partner Salt Cases, LLC, Funds New Product Line with Kickstarter Campaign
In August, Space Foundation Certified Partner Salt Cases, LLC, announced the official launch of its Kickstarter campaign to fund its new product line, the world’s first and only smartphone cases to offer thermal protection. The Kickstarter campaign will run through September 23, 2013. When a smartphone, tablet or laptop is exposed to extreme temperatures (more…
Read MoreAttention Certification Partners: Is your Technology Eligible for the Space Technology Hall of Fame?
The deadline has been extended until Sept. 27 to submit a nomination for the 2014 Space Technology Hall of Fame. This international program honors innovations by organizations and individuals who transform space technology into commercial products that improve life on Earth. Nomination information, including a downloadable nomination form, is available here. Anyone can submit a nomination…
Read MoreRead About Space-Related Contributions in The Space Report 2013: The Authoritative Guide to Global Space Activity
The quantum computing partnership announced earlier this year by Google, NASA and the Universities Space Research Association is but the latest in a long series of space-related efforts to advance computing technology. The quantum computer has been installed at NASA’s Ames Research Center and is expected to become operational in the next several months. It…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Relocates its Washington, D.C., Office
The Space Foundation Washington, D.C., office has moved to a new address in Arlington, Va.: Space Foundation Washington, D.C., Office1655 N. Fort Myer Drive, Suite 910 Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: 202.618.3060 The new office is conveniently located a block and a half from the Rosslyn metro station. The team currently working from the new location includes:…
Read MoreRose and Sullivan Nominated for Space Positions
President Obama recently nominated several individuals to fill high-level positions in the executive branch that oversee space programs and policy activities. Former NASA astronaut Kathryn D. Sullivan, Ph.D., has been nominated to become the permanent Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Currently Sullivan serves as the acting NOAA administrator. Frank A. Rose,…
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