Space Foundation News & Media
Nothing fishy about space technology improving performance of reels and rods
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jun. 8, 2006) — The same lubricant technology that ensures the space shuttle is delivered safely to its launch pad can now be used by anglers for improved reel care and performance. The Space Foundation announced today that Penn Synthetic Reel Oil, Precision Reel Grease, and Rod and Reel Cleaner are officially…
Outstanding technologies sought for national recognition
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 25, 2006) — The Space Foundation is currently accepting nominations for its prestigious Space Technology Hall of Fame program. The Space Foundation, in partnership with NASA, created the Space Technology Hall of Fame in 1988 to honor the innovators who transform space-based technology into commercial products and services that improve life…
Space Foundation Summer Institute graduate courses near capacity
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 24, 2006) — A record number of teachers are registered to participate in the Space Foundation’s Summer Institute graduate courses. Space Foundation officials said today attendance in 2006 is expected to be more than ten percent greater than in 2005. The Summer Institute consists of five intensive, week-long, graduate-level courses covering…
Space Foundation announces early confirmed speakers for Florida Space 2006
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 18, 2006) — Today the Space Foundation announced that leading entrepreneurs, a nationally acclaimed astrophysicist, and the director of Kennedy Space Center will be featured speakers during the second annual Florida Space conference. The conference takes place Dec. 5-7, 2006 at the Buena Vista Palace in Orlando, Fla. Dr. Peter H.…
Space Foundation exhibits at Berlin Air Show
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 17, 2006) — The Space Foundation announced today that it is exhibiting at the Berlin Air Show (ILA2006), May 16-21, at the Berlin-Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany. More than 200,000 visitors are expected at the Berlin Air Show, where 1,014 exhibitors from 42 countries showcase a broad range of products and…
Space Foundation plans fourth annual Strategic Space and Defense conference
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 12, 2006) — The Space Foundation and Space News present the fourth annual Strategic Space and Defense conference 10-12 Oct. 2006 at the Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center and Arena. Strategic Space and Defense 2006 addresses both the space-related and strategic missions of the U.S. Strategic Command. The conference continues to…
Palolo Elementary School teacher Joyce Luka wins Space Foundation's Lucy Enos Memorial Scholarship
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 9, 2006) — The Space Foundation has selected Ms. Joyce Luka as the 2006 recipient of its Lucy Enos Memorial Scholarship for Teachers. Luka teaches third grade at Palolo Elementary School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and was selected because of her ongoing efforts to integrate space science into the classroom. The scholarship…
Space Foundation brings unique Integrated Science Literacy model to Hawaiian classrooms
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (May. 3, 2006) — The Space Foundation is currently training teachers at the Kona North Complex in Hawaii using its innovative and proprietary Integrated Science and Literacy model. The Space Foundation’s work to help improve teacher and student proficiency in the Kona classrooms results from a federal grant from the U. S.…
Inside Aerospace to address international aeronautics and space policy, trends and strategies
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 14, 2006) — International government officials, agency officials, and industry leaders will participate in a specialized, in-depth conference that focuses on important issues affecting the global aeronautics and aerospace communities. The Space Foundation and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) present the conference 24-25 April 2006 at the Renaissance…
Space Foundation declares 22nd National Space Symposium a huge success
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 8, 2006) — The 22nd National Space Symposium concluded Thursday, April 6 by recognizing extraordinary achievements in bringing the advancements gained from the space program to Earth at the Space Technology Hall of Fame dinner. Space Foundation officials said the symposium, held April 3-6 at The Broadmoor, was the most successful…