Space Foundation Press Releases

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 28, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that Elon Musk, chairman and chief executive officer, Space Exploration Technologies, will speak at the 22nd National Space Symposium. Musk will address attendees Wednesday, April 5 at 11:30 a.m. The most senior leaders from civil, commercial, and national security space organizations attend the…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 23, 2006) — The Space Foundation announces the appointment of Col Brewster Shaw, Jr., USAF (Retired) to the Space Foundation board of directors.Shaw is the vice president and general manager of Space Exploration, Integrated Defense Systems at The Boeing Company. He is responsible for the strategic direction of civil space programs…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 17, 2006) — Teacher Liaisons are a vital component in linking the Space Foundation, NASA, schools and school districts to improve space and science education. This year, the Space Foundation has selected 81 outstanding educators from 26 states and Germany for the 2006 class of Teacher Liaisons. They will be recognized…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 15, 2006) — The National Space Symposium, conducted by the Space Foundation, is widely recognized as the premier annual space industry conference and the preferred venue for all sectors of the global space industry – civil, commercial, and national security – to come together. A special panel, `Top Talent – Bringing…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 14, 2006) — The Space Foundation confirmed today that Mr. Kaoru Mamiya, vice president, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), will be a featured speaker at the 22nd National Space Symposium. He will address symposium attendees Thursday, April 6 at 2:00 p.m. The 22nd National Space Symposium takes places April 3-6, 2006,…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 10, 2006) — The Space Foundation applauded the successful insertion today of the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) spacecraft into orbit around the Red Planet. The Foundation hailed the accomplishments of the entire MRO team on completing a crucial next step in our exploration of the solar system. The MRO spacecraft will…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 9, 2006) — The National Space Symposium is the premier forum for discussion about all sectors of the space industry. This year’s event continues to broaden the dialogue with a focus on mobile satellite technology and communication. The Next Wave Mobile Satellite Broadband in the Palm of your Hand panel session…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 8, 2006) — The Space Foundation today announced that the iRobot PackBot Tactical Mobile Robot and Novariant AutoFarm RTK AutoSteer are the 2006 inductees into the prestigious Space Technology Hall of Fame. The innovative individuals and organizations who adapted these technologies will be recognized April 6 at a private induction ceremony…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 7, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that Kathy R. Brandon is the 2006 recipient of the Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award. The award, given by the Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the Space Foundation will be presented Monday, April 3 in…

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 6, 2006) — Building Value in Space Companies The View from Wall Street will be a featured panel session at the 22nd National Space Symposium. The panel will present space professionals with a financial and analytical view of the space industry. Ms. Heidi Wood, managing director for Morgan Stanley and a…