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SGAC Fusion Forum Intersects with Symposium
The United Nations’ Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), an organization of university students and young professionals from around the world engaged in space policy, participated in the 28th National Space Symposium in a big way, beginning with the inaugural Space Generation Fusion Forum. Held April 15-16 at The Broadmoor Hotel, site of the National Space…
Issues Luncheon Tackles Acquisition
The special “issues luncheon” at the 28th National Space Symposium on April 19, co-sponsored by United Launch Alliance, concentrated on Acquisition Strategies for National Security and featured Lt. Gen. Ellen M. Pawlikowski, USAF, commander, Space and Missile Systems Center. Following a welcome from Space Foundation Vice President – Washington Operations Brendan Curry, Pawlikowski talked about…
Students Enjoy Exhibit Center Tours
Although the National Space Symposium isn’t generally open to the public, a few lucky groups of young people do get the privilege of touring the exhibits each year. Two different types of tours for 8th through 12th graders were conducted in the Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center and Pavilion this year: school tours for students of Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons…
Teacher Liaisons Meet at 28th National Space Symposium
Each year, the Space Foundation invites our Teacher Liaisons to participate in a variety of activities at the annual National Space Symposium in Colorado Springs. This year, Teacher Liaison involvement included invitation to attend the Opening Ceremony on April 16, an educator professional development workshop in April 17, a field trip for experienced Teacher Liaisons on April 18, the…
Scientists Discuss the Future of Space Exploration
The Mega Minds – Leading Scientists Discuss the Future of Space Exploration panel brought together some of the brightest and most intriguing intellects in the science world to discuss science and space. Moderated by Dr. G. Scott Hubbard, professor of aeronautics and astronautics, Stanford University, the panel featured: Dr. Amy Mainzer, WISE deputy project scientist, Jet Propulsion Laboratory…
Colorado Space Luncheon Sees Bill Signed
The 28th National Space Symposium put the spotlight on the Colorado space industry with a special luncheon, co-sponsored by the Space Foundation, the Colorado Space Business Roundtable, the Colorado Space Coalition and the Greater Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, that featured remarks from The Honorable John W. Hickenlooper, governor of the State of Colorado, and Dr. George C.…
Satellite Providers Discuss Issues, Needs
The satellite industry has become such an important part of the space industry and there are so many companies involved that the 28th National Space Symposium fielded two panels on Wednesday morning, April 18, to discuss issues and opportunities. The Satellite Operators and Manufacturers Part 2 panel took up where the Part I panel left off. Key points included: Andrew Sukawaty,…
Operators Discuss Satellite Industry
Two satellite industry panels were held during the 28th National Space Symposium on Wednesday morning, April 18. Both were hosted by Space News Editor Warren Ferster. The Part I covered: David Bernstein, senior vice president – program management, Space Systems/Loral: The commercial satellite business is solid and the marketplace looks good for moderate growth. Even though sequestration won’t directly affect…
Rose Calls for Code of Conduct
Featured Speaker Frank A. Rose, deputy assistant secretary for space and defense policy, U.S. Department of State, spoke to the 28th National Space Symposium audience about the need for a stronger global code of conduct for space. Citing the increasing congestion in space, he said the international space community needs to adopt “pragmatic and constructive” measures to…
Hosted Payloads Group Considers Hitching a Ride
The Hitching a Ride – All About Hosted Payloads Panel at the 28th National Space Symposium, moderated by Gen. Lance Lord, USAF, Ret., chief executive officer, L2 Aerospace, and co-sponsored by the Hosted Payload Alliance. The panel explored how to make hosted payloads a critical element in the access-to-space strategy. Key points from each panelist include:…