Short course “Low-Cost EDL Missions and Technologies” occurs June 20-21, with Workshop on June 22-26; at JHU Bloomberg Center. About the Workshop The International Planetary Probe Workshop is an annual congregation of scientists, engineers, and technologists from around the world working in disciplines supporting planetary probes for exploration. The first […]
The 176th meeting of the Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board will be held June 2-3, the 192nd meeting of the Space Studies Board will be held June 2-4, the meeting of the Board on Physics and Astronomy will be held June 3-5. There will be joint ASEB/SSB and SSB/BPA sessions. […]
10:00-11:30 ET at 2325 Rayburn House Office Building, 45 Independence Ave SW; Members of Congress, congressional staff, policymakers, and the general public are welcome. Seats are limited; registration is required: https://harnessing-the-moon-to-enable-mars.eventbrite.com Experts will detail how NASA’s lunar surface plans should be developed in a manner that will advance the goal […]
Commercial Space Policy Summit runs concurrently with ASCEND visionary sessions, inspiring speakers, and a community spirit that welcomes everyone who loves space. Emphasis on 5 space areas: economy, law, exploration, technology, security. At the Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW. This year's Policy and Law programming is more relevant than […]
Subjects on the agenda include: The New Age of Missile Defense, The Hype for Hypersonics, Space-Based Interceptors, Connectivity and Comms, Command and Control, The role of the Golden Dome Caucus. At Waldorf Astoria.
Conversations with industry and government leaders on building, powering and managing data infrastructure in space followed by a networking reception. 15:00-19:00 EDT. With FCC Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz, Commercial Space Federation President Dave Cavossa, reps from Star Catcher, Planet, Overview Energy, Voyager Technologies, The Aerospace Corporation, Technology Strategy Partners […]
House Science, Space, and Technology Committee will meet with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, 10:00 EDT | 07:00 PDT | 04:00 HST.
Annual advocacy event that connects space advocates with their members of Congress in Washington D.C. Training 13:00-17:00 Sunday Apr 19. Congressional meetings Monday Apr 20. Anyone age 18+ with USA address can register, under 18 must be accompanied by parent / guardian; Planetary Society membership required (can be added at […]
Addressing technology and policy advances in CNS research, development and implementation programs, and policies related to CNS/ATM capabilities and applications. Includes a workshop on interaction between launches and the air traffic system. ICNS Conference assembles leaders from government, industry, and academia, as well as senior technical experts to address important […]
Washington DC-area US Alumni Association features Marcella Kneppers and Bastiaan van den Berg. Kneppers is Kingdom of the Netherlands Senior Advisor for Innovation, Science, and Technology at the Washington Embassy and will speak on technological and scientific developments, and policy trends in the aerospace and energy sectors in both the […]
Reception at Florida House, 16:30-18:30 EDT and Industry Gathering at The Pierce School 19:00+ EDT for attendees of SatShow Week, March 23-26, 2026. Reception RSVP at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/florida-space-forum-with-spacefund for Florida House, One 2nd Street Northeast, and Industry Gathering RSVP at https://info.aleranwxse.com/26q1-sat-show-week-reception-rsvp for The Pierce School, 1375 Maryland Avenue Northeast.
As space becomes increasingly multipolar, commercialized and contested, the need for international cooperation has never been greater. Meridian’s Space Diplomacy Forum: Shared Horizons will convene diplomats, international space agency representatives, U.S. government officials, and space executives from around the world to navigate these challenges and shape a shared future. One […]
Satellite industry "first and largest experience of the year" with 15,000+ registrants and 450+ exhibitors — uniting commercial innovators, government / military decision-makers, and end-users from 110+ countries. At Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place NW.
Explore the latest developments and discuss the future of the space science from a variety of perspectives, from planetary protection to astrophysics to Earth science and applications from space, online and at National Academy of Science Building, 2101 Constitution Ave NW. Presenting at March 24 plenaries will be representatives of […]
Volunteers will advocate for space-related support and funding with members of United States Senate and US House of Representatives or their staff. Mandatory in-person training for advocates will be conducted Monday, March 16th, followed by meetings Tuesday and Wednesday in Senate and House offices on Capitol Hill. Details will be […]
69th annual event held in honor of Dr. Robert H. Goddard, convenes ~2,000 participants for presentation of the Goddard Trophy and for awards recognizing accomplishments in spaceflight, engineering, science, management and education. 18:30 EDT at Washington Hilton.
Bringing the space community together to discuss the latest in the industry, including Moon communications and 2026 space policy. At National Housing Center, 1201 15th St NW, Washington DC and online. Speakers include Nicky Fox, Steve Isakowitz. Centennial of Robert Goddard's launch of the 1st liquid-fueled rocket is March 16, […]
From Space Habitat to Space Town: Creating a Clear Pathway. Featured speakers include Pete Worden, George Whitesides, Scott Pace and Bhavya Lal. Subjects include Lunar Territorial Allocations, Space Governance Models. At American University Washington College of Law.
Kenta Tsuchiya of Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Washington DC office will be the special guest, 18:00-20:00 EST at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue NW ground level conference room, for International Space University USA Alumni Association Washington DC Chapter and the interested public; a casual forum that encourages interaction and discussion.
Invited experts from nuclear policy, space security, and commercial space to examine the growing risks at the intersection of these domains.
Discovery Series event at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center Theater, featuring Gen. Shawn N. Bratton — Vice Chief of Space Operations, U.S. Space Force; John Plumb — Head of Strategy, K2 Space; Susanne Hake — General Manager, U.S. Government, Vantor; Dennis Woodfork — Mission Area Executive, National Security Space, Johns Hopkins […]
The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee is scheduled to vote at 17:30 EST.
Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, including Senators Maria Cantwell and Ted Cruz, to quiz Jared Isaacman on his plans and philosophy were he to be confirmed as the next NASA Administrator. 10:00 AM EST in Committee Hearing Room, Russell 253. The hearing will stream live on the Committee web site […]
SpaceNews / Jeff Foust will lead a discussion featuring space industry executives. Speakers include: • John Thornton, CEO, Astrobotic • Marshall Smith, CEO, Starlab Space • Devon Papandrew, VP of Business Development, Stoke Space • Wes Puckett, VP of Government Strategy, Apex • Robert Braun, Space Exploration sector head, Johns […]
To facilitate meetings between individuals and their elected officials to push back against proposed cuts to NASA science funding in FY 2026; at United States Capitol Building. Preparation on Oct 5; meetings on Oct 6.
Expected speakers include: Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, VA-10 – House Cmte on Space, Science, and Technology Monica Gorman, Area Vice President, Goddard Engineers, Scientists and Technicians Association (GESTA) – Union representing Goddard technical civil servants Colette Delwalla, Executive Director, Stand Up For Science Dr. Mollie Manier, National Institutes of Health, signer […]