Space Foundation Press Releases
Space Foundation names new vice president and directors
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Nov. 5, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today the naming of a new vice president and selection of four new directors chosen to fill newly created and expanded positions. Jim Banke was promoted to vice president of Florida operations in addition to retaining responsibility as director of the Coalition for Space…
Space Foundation certifies LADARVision 4000 as space technology improving life on Earth
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 22, 2004) — The LADARVision(R) 4000 System, manufactured and marketed by Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL), has been officially recognized as a Certified Space Technology, the only laser eye surgery system in the world to receive such recognition. The Space Foundation, in cooperation with NASA, established the Space Certification Program and the…
First Colorado Space Rendezvous will strengthen state space community
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.(Oct. 21, 2004) — A unique, broad-scoped, one-day event will be held in Denver on Dec. 8 to bring together diverse organizations in Colorado that are tied together by their interest in space. The first ever Colorado Space Rendezvous will foster and develop a strong sense of engagement and community among Colorado’s civil,…
Certified Space Products on Display at Strategic Space 2004
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 5, 2004) — Exhibitors and their guests at Strategic Space 2004 can learn about space technology products that are improving life on Earth. The Space Certification Program is co-sponsor of the Exhibitor Lounge, which will feature information and displays of some of the program’s leading partners. Products on display include Tempur-Pedic’s…
Silhouette Optical Awarded Certified Space Technology Status
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 13, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today that Silhouette Optical’s Titan Minimal Art (TMA) Opthalmic and TMA Sunglass products have been officially recognized as Certified Space Technology. After an exhaustive selection process NASA chose Silhouette’s Titan Minimal Art (TMA) eyewear for use by Shuttle crews beginning in 2000. TMA eyewear…
Strategic Space Conference Speakers Confirm As Early Bird Registration Cutoff Approaches
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 7, 2004) — Only a few days remain to register for Strategic Space 2004 and still enjoy an advanced purchase price that would save $145 off the industry rate and $150 from the government rate. The reduced rates are available through Friday, 10 September. Scheduled for 5-7 October at Omaha’s Qwest…
Air Force Space Command and Space Foundation conference gives students and teachers glimpse of space history
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sep. 2, 2004) — A lot has changed in the space industry during the past 50 years and educators soon will have the opportunity to be inspired by NASA astronauts and military leaders who will share a glimpse of early space achievements. This special Space in the Classroom program, hosted by the…
Strategic Space 2004 set for Omaha Qwest Center
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 23, 2004) — Top military leaders, government officials, and executives from throughout the space industry will soon meet in Omaha to discuss the programs, policies and issues affecting our strategic forces at the Strategic Space conference. Strategic Space 2004 is scheduled 5-7 October at the Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center and…
EcoQuest International Awarded Certified Space Technology Status
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 19, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today that EcoQuest International’s Fresh Air purification product has been officially recognized as a Certified Space Technology. “Fresh Air” by EcoQuest uses technology originally developed in cooperation with NASA to clean the air in spacecraft by removing airborne pathogens. Titanium Dioxide (Ti02), a photo…
The Astronauts Memorial Foundation Partners with the Coalition for Space Exploration to Bring Vision to Educators
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 12, 2004) — The Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF) and the Coalition for Space Exploration will partner to bring the exciting and inspirational themes of the Vision for Space Exploration to educators and students across the nation. Established after the 1986 Challenger disaster by Central Florida business and community leaders, the AMF…