Space Foundation News & Media
Space Foundation releases national security space white paper
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 4, 2006) — Today at the 22nd National Space Symposium, the Space Foundation released a white paper addressing concerns about the health of sub-prime contractors of the national security space industrial base. The release of the paper, `National Security Space Industrial Base: Understanding and Addressing Concerns at the Sub-prime Contractor Level,`…
`One Industry – Go for Launch!` at the 22nd National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 3, 2006) — With record attendance expected and a program covering all aspects of the space industry – civil, commercial, and national security space – the 22nd National Space Symposium is set to begin Monday, April 3 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. The conference runs through Thursday, April 6. Space…
Out of this world panel topics presented at the 22nd National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 30, 2006) — More than 7,000 participants are expected at the 22nd National Space Symposium, the premier forum for discussion about all facets of the space industry. This year’s event continues to delve into important industry topics with `A Dialogue on U.S. Earth Observations A Civil and National Security Perspective` and…
MEDIA ADVISORY 22nd National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Mar. 29, 2006) — Accredited media are invited to cover the 22nd National Space Symposium. WHO: More than 7,000 registrants, guests, speakers, exhibitors, and media are expected to attend the 22nd National Space Symposium. WHAT: The National Space Symposium is the premier annual space industry conference and draws the most senior leaders…
Elon Musk to speak at 22nd National Space Symposium
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…
Boeing executive Brewster Shaw appointed to Space Foundation board of directors
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…
2006 class of Teacher Liaisons to be honored at the 22nd National Space Symposium
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…
22nd National Space Symposium to address civil and national security space challenges
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…
Leader of Japanese space program to address 22nd National Space Symposium
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,…
Space Foundation applauds successful placement of research spacecraft in Mars orbit
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…