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Space Certification Program News
Space Foundation Supports Axiom Worldwide and X-1R at Aerospace Medical Association Symposium Certified Space Technology partners Axiom Worldwide and X-1R Advanced Lubricants made a strong showing at the recent Aerospace Medical Association symposium in Boston, Mass. Space Foundation Space Technology Transfer Programs Director Kevin Cook attended in support of their efforts to bring the pain…
Space Certification Program News
The Space Foundation’s Certified Space Technology program had a busy and productive April, welcoming a new technology and promoting an existing certified partner. The Space Foundation is pleased to welcome iShoe as a Certified Space Technology. iShoe is a patent-pending insole based on technology originally developed to facilitate astronaut balance during a moon landing. Partially…
Space Technology Hall of Fame 20th Anniversary
The Space Technology Hall of Fame celebrated 20 years with the induction of three outstanding technologies – ArterioVision, Petroleum Remediation Product, and ResQPOD, in a private ceremony and gala awards dinner at the 24th National Space Symposium. The capstone event, the Space Technology Hall of Fame Dinner, co-sponsored by Space Florida, successfully concluded the symposium…
Education Activities Inspire Students and Teachers
During the 24th National Space Symposium, several education events inspired students and Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons. The week started with Teacher Liaisons attending the opening ceremony on Monday evening featuring music by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, followed by a reception in the Lockheed Martin Exhibit Center and lakeside fireworks at The Broadmoor Hotel. On Tuesday,…
Corporate Partnership Dinner Will Highlight Space Foundation Members
The Space Foundation will honor its corporate member companies this month at the annual Corporate Partnership Dinner during the 24th National Space Symposium, on Tuesday, April 8, at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs. Space Foundation Board Member, Alexis C. Livanos, Ph.D., corporate vice president and president, Northrop Grumman, Space Technology Sector, will serve as…
Teacher Liaisons Play Variety of Roles at National Space Symposium
Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons will be active in a variety of roles throughout the 24th National Space Symposium, from student tours to professional development workshops. The Space Foundation’s highly-regarded Teacher Liaison program, now in its fifth year, selects teachers who actively promote space and science education in the classroom and the community. Those chosen for…
Certification Partners Gather in Force at National Space Symposium
Leading Space Certification Program partners are bringing a new level of energy and interest to the 24th National Space Symposium. Gathering this year are the executives of companies including Advanced Flexible Materials, Axiom Worldwide, Chiropractic Leadership Alliance, Eagle Eyes Performance Eyewear, Eagle Shield Thermal Reflective Barriers, EcoQuest International, Outlast Phase Change Materials, and X-1R Performance…
The Space Foundation Welcomes Four New Corporate Members
The Space Foundation recently welcomed new Corporate Partners Scitor Corporation and United Launch Alliance, as well as new Corporate Patrons Near Earth, LLC and The MITRE Corporation. Founded in 1979, Scitor Corporation provides engineering, financial, management, and related services to its corporate customers. These services include acquisition and life cycle management support, business process improvement,…
Sixth Annual Space Career Fair Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Sponsorship opportunities for the sixth annual Space Career Fair are still available for interested companies and organizations. The Space Career Fair, conducted in conjunction with the 24th National Space Symposium, annually attracts undergraduate and graduate science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business administration students as well as transitioning military personnel. More than 300 highly qualified applicants…
Space Certification Program Welcomes New Partner
The Space Foundation is pleased to welcome a new Certified Space Technology partner, GBS/KWIK Company, manufacturer and distributor of Heatshield-R20 Radiant Barrier Paint Mix. Heatshield-R20 uses hollow reflectospheres in a powder that can be mixed into virtually any paint to create a protective heat-blocking radiant barrier. Originally developed as a spray-on insulation to protect space…