Space Generation Advisory Council

SG[Bolivia] ONLINE WORKSHOP 2024
2024-07-04 - 2024-07-05 | FCT
Welcome to SG[Bolivia] Online Workshop 2024
Horizons 2024: Uniting Innovations in Space Exploration

Welcome to the “SG Bolivia Online Workshop 2024”! This exciting virtual event aims to bring together professionals, students, and experts from Bolivia’s space sector to collaborate in shaping the future of this industry in the country.
Through interactive talks and online discussions, participants will have the opportunity to identify the key challenges facing our sector and then work together to propose innovative solutions. These recommendations will subsequently be presented to the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) as official resolutions and proposals.
Beyond the exchange of ideas, this virtual event will serve as a valuable meeting point to establish new connections and strengthen the ties between the Bolivian space community and the region. Attendees will be able to expand their professional and academic networks, fostering future collaborations and joint projects.
The main objective of “Horizons 2024” is to foster interest and participation in space-related topics in Bolivia. We aim to inspire the next generation of professionals and enthusiasts to actively engage in the development of the country’s space sector, promoting education, knowledge transfer, and debate on how to improve the existing infrastructure and collaboration.
Additionally, this event will highlight and bring visibility to the innovations and technological advances happening within the Bolivian space sector. By sharing these achievements, we hope to further incentivize research and development of new technologies in the country.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of shaping the future of space exploration in Bolivia! Register by July 2, 2024 and join us for this virtual event filled with knowledge, networking, and vision for the sector.

SG[UK] 2024
2024-06-15 | FCT
Welcome to SG[UK]2024: Collaboratively Shaping the Future of the UK Space Industry
Airbus Defence and Space, Stevenage, UK | June 15th 2024Visit Event WebpageWhat is SG[UK] 2024?
SG[UK] 2024 is a dynamic, one-day event that aims to bring together young professionals, students, and industry experts from all corners of the UK space industry. Together, through roundtable sessions and friendly discussions, they work together to identify the key challenges that our sector is facing. Subsequently, they then work together to agree on potential solutions, which, after the event, will be presented to the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) as official resolutions and recommendations.
Networking is more than just a buzzword at SGAC.This event is a truly amazing opportunity to meet new like minded individuals and create better links across both the UK and European space communities.
SG[UK]24 is the UK’s inaugural SG[Country] event and will form part of a larger series of SGAC events taking place all across Europe. The SG[Country] concept is a well proven type of event, and has enabled the growth of its parent organisation, SGAC, which now boasts an impressive 27,000+ members around the world.
Why attend?

Exchange ideas: Engage in discussions with fellow bright minds on contemporary topics impacting the UK space industry.

Be the voice of the next generation: Become a representative of the next generation of space leaders, moulding the future of space in the UK.

Build your Global Network: Connect with a diverse network of over 27,000 young professionals, fostering collaborations and partnerships beyond borders.

Engage with Experts: Participate in discussions with international speakers and subject matter experts from industry, international organisations, and academia.

Save The Date:
June 15th, 2024
Location:
Airbus Defence and Space, SG1 2AS, Gunnels Wood Road, Stevenage

SG[Azerbaijan] 2024
2024-06-11 | Baku Convention Center, 9VW8+X5W, Tabriz St, Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan
Welcome to SG[Azerbaijan] 2024 second edition!
Baku, Azerbaijan | June 11th 2024
EVENT WEBPAGE!A Brief
The event is to be held under the theme of Beyond Horizons: Sustaining Space, Sustaining Earth, and it aims to synergize discussions on sustainability and space, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between these two critical domains.
The objectives of the event are:
Making a Positive Impact: SG Azerbaijan 2024 represents an opportunity to make a tangible and positive impact on both local and global scales. By advancing awareness and understanding of how space initiatives can contribute to global sustainability goals, we aspire to inspire a collective commitment to environmentally responsible space activities and exploration.
Fostering Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange: By bringing together a diverse array of participants including young professionals, students, and enthusiasts, our event serves as a nexus for collaboration and knowledge sharing. Through interactive presentations, workshops, and discussions, attendees will have the opportunity to exchange innovative ideas and best practices, thereby enriching the collective understanding of sustainable practices within the space sector.
Showcasing Regional Talent: SG Azerbaijan 2024 provides a platform for participants to showcase their expertise and talents in the field of space sustainability. By spotlighting regional achievements and initiatives, we aim to celebrate and amplify the contributions of Azerbaijani professionals and students to the global space community.
Establishing Global Connectivity: In an increasingly interconnected world, fostering global connectivity is paramount. Our event serves as a conduit for networking and collaboration within the international space community. By facilitating interactions between participants from diverse backgrounds and regions, we seek to forge lasting partnerships and drive collective action towards sustainable space exploration.
Promoting Growth of the Local Space Community: SG Azerbaijan 2024 is committed to nurturing the growth of the local space community and promoting the values of the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC). Through inspiring presentations, interactive workshops, and mentorship opportunities, we aim to empower individuals to become active contributors to the global space dialogue, thereby leaving a lasting legacy in Azerbaijan and beyond.
Join us on the 11th of June for an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of the future of space sustainability. Together, let us transcend horizons and embark on a journey towards a more sustainable and inclusive space exploration ecosystem.
Stay tuned for updates and registration details on our SG Azerbaijan 2024 event page!

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Optimizing Space Technology for Earth Applications
2024-05-29 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
Our Specific Goals for this Event:
1. To gain knowledge of the various space technologies developed for diverse applications.
2. To understand the Importance of adapting space technology for practical applications on Earth.
3. To discuss best practices for maximizing space tech in underserved regions.
4. To Foster networking and collaboration, building partnerships for our forthcoming Regional event; The 8th Africa Space Generation Workshop 2024, at Abuja, This November.
REGISTER HEREAbout the speakers:

Dr. Olaide Aderoju is a Research Engineer at NASRDA, Dr. Ozan Kara is a Rocket Scientist & Senior Researcher at the Technology Innovation Institute and Rania Toukebri is a Spacecraft Architect at Airbus Defense and Space.

SG[France] 2024
2024-05-18 | FCT
Welcome to SG[France]2024
Lyon, France | May 18th 2024Visit Event Webpage
The space world is intensively focusing on sustainability, as highlighted by this year IAC’s choice of main topic. Within this context, we are thrilled to announce that SG[France] is back once again this year, with the headline “Sustainable Earth, Sustainable Space, Sustainable Future”!
Following the success of our session in Bordeaux last year, which gathered about 100 passionate attendees, the SG[France]2024 team is very enthusiastic to make this new one memorable. After Paris, Toulouse, Lille, Strasbourg and Bordeaux, Lyon is the next French major city to host the event!
Young professionals and students aged 18 to 35, committed to shaping the future of the space industry, are more than welcome at this event. This represents a unique opportunity for networking, sharing ideas and discussing how sustainability can be implemented within the space sector.
What are the main obstacles to ensuring sustainability in the space realm? How can space contribute to making Earth more sustainable? What are the keys to a sustainable space industry? Join us in Lyon, on May 18th, 2024, to help us find answers. Together, let’s shape the future of the space industry, sustainable from the Earth and beyond.

The next generation of space transportation
2024-05-07 19:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Zoom
The company POLARIS Spaceplanes GmbH is a pioneering enterprise in the field of space travel and has its
roots in over 30 years of German and European spaceplane research. As a spin-off of the German Aerospace
Center (DLR), it began the development of a novel spaceplane. The concept combines airplane and rocket
launch technologies and offers advantageous economic profitability as well as flexible access to regular, cost-
effective, and safe space missions from the entire European mainland.
At the core of POLARIS’s activities is the development of the Aurora spaceplane, a system that seamlessly
integrates the technologies of aircraft and rocket launchers. This innovation is not just about creating a
reusable platform for space and hypersonic transportation; it’s about the next generation of space
transportation. Alongside the Aurora spaceplane, POLARIS is also developing commercial hypersonic drones,
which serve as versatile tools for aerial reconnaissance and microgravity research applications
REGISTER HEREAbout the speakers:

Annika is the Managing Director & Chief Commercial Officer of POLARIS Spaceplane, a dual use New Space startup from Bremen that is building a hypersonic multipurpose platform. Their vision is an airline-like spaceplane operation that encompasses horizontal take-offs and landings from conventional airports from e.g. the European mainland. Recently, they have flight tested their 5th subscale demonstrator under rocket power to verify their in-house developed linear aerospike engine, which resembles a world premiere in aerospace engineering. Annika holds an engineering degree and gathered research experience on fiber composites and Digital Twins of jet engines at the DLR and the University of Cambridge. She began her career as an aerospace and public sector strategy consultant before pursuing the development of a novel space transportation system

Future of SmallSat: Design and Sustainability in Space
2024-04-30 19:00 - 20:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Zoom
Join us on April 30th for a immersive webinar on the “Future of SmallSat: Design and Sustainability in Space”! Hosted by @Nadir Atayev, this webinar brings together experts from @SGAC and @Azercosmos to delve into critical space platforms and sustainability. Learn about the latest advancements and challenges in satellite technology while engaging in insightful discussions with industry experts. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity and register now! to be part of space exploration. #SmallSat #SpaceSustainability #Webinar #FutureTech
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Achieved Academy - Technical Seminar "Lunar Geology"
2024-04-21 13:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Zoom
In this special seminar on Lunar Geology, we collaborate with NEXTGEN Lunar Scientist and Engineers to delve into the foundational principles and discoveries in astronomy, focusing on celestial objects, their characteristics, and the methodologies employed for observation and analysis. The discussion centers on the examination of the physical attributes and compositions of the Moon, emphasizing the presence of fine-grained particulate regolith, which delineates the interface between internal geological processes and the extraterrestrial environment.

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AFRICA’S PARTICIPATION IN SPACE SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY
2024-04-17 18:00 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
1. To understand the concept of safety and sustainability in space exploration.
2. To understand the importance of capacity building and education in preparing the next generation of African space scientists, engineers, and policymakers to address space safety and sustainability challenges.
3. To Foster networking and collaboration, building partnerships for our forthcoming Regional event; The 8th Africa Space Generation Workshop 2024, at Abuja, This November.
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How to get your first job in space
2024-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
It’s clear that the hardest thing about working in Space is getting your foot in the door.
I mean, how do you overcome being applicant #372?
What makes you stand out amongst the crowd? What can you do to increase your odds?
This is exactly what we’re going to be exploring in our upcoming “How to get your 1st job in Space”.
Join us as Matt walks us through the different routes into the Space industry, what employers really look for, and how to best position yourself in the market.
With an extended period of Q&A to really get your questions answered.
Whether you’re about to graduate soon, or have been working for a while but been unable to make to switch, this event is for you.
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CSPG Pre-Accelerator Webinar Series
2024-04-06 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
This is a series of webinars to discuss on the key topics of the sprints for CSPG Pre-Accelerator programme.
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Exploring the Future of Hypersonic Travel
2024-03-27 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
The company POLARIS Spaceplanes GmbH is a pioneering enterprise in the field of space travel and has its roots in over 30 years of German and European spaceplane research. As a spin-off of the German Aerospace Center (DLR), it began the development of a novel spaceplane. The concept combines airplane and rocket launch technologies and offers advantageous economic profitability as well as flexible access to regular, cost-effective, and safe space missions from the entire European mainland. At the core of POLARIS’s activities is the development of the Aurora spaceplane, a system that seamlessly integrates the technologies of aircraft and rocket launchers. This innovation is not just about creating a reusable platform for space and hypersonic transportation; it’s about the next generation of space transportation. Alongside the Aurora spaceplane, POLARIS is also developing commercial hypersonic drones, which serve as versatile tools for aerial reconnaissance and microgravity research applications.
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Unlock your space potential: education, careers and projects for young people in Belarus
2024-03-26 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/Moscow) | Zoom
Join our webinar “Unlock Your Space Potential: Education, Careers and Projects for Young People in Belarus“! We will tell you about the unique opportunities available to the youth in our country. Learn about the history of the space industry in Belarus, current projects and global trends, and how you can contribute to this exciting field. Join us and discover new horizons!
REGISTER HEREAbout the speakers:

Alexei Belotserkovsky – Head of the Department of Intelligent Information Systems at the United Institute of Informatics Problems of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, BYspace community leader

Vasilina Baranava – Assistant of the Department of Physics and Aerospace Technologies of the Faculty of Radiophysics and Computer Technologies of the Belarusian State University

Alyaksandr Mikulich – Head of the Minsk Planetarium

Kacia Rutkoŭskaja – Communications and marketing for space and beyond

About the moderator:

Miraslava Kazlouskaya – Space policy and strategy specialist, National point of contact for Belarus from the Space Generation Advisory Council in Support of the United Nations Programme on Space Applications

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Раскрой свой космический потенциал: образование, карьера, и проекты для молодежи в Беларуси

Присоединяйтесь к нашему вебинару “Раскрой свой космический потенциал: образование, карьера, и проекты для молодежи в Беларуси”! Мы расскажем вам об уникальных возможностях, доступных для молодежи в нашей стране. Узнайте об истории космической индустрии в Беларуси, текущих проектах и мировых тенденциях, а также о том, как Вы можете внести свой вклад в эту захватывающую область. Исследуйте новые горизонты вместе с нами!

Модератор:
Мирослава Козловская – специалист по космической политике и стратегиям, национальная контактная точка Беларуси от Консультативного Совета Космического Поколения в поддержку Программы ООН по применению космической техники
Спикеры:
Алексей Белоцерковский – Заведующий отделом интеллектуальных информационных систем Объединённого института проблем информатики Национальной Академии Наук Беларуси, лидер сообщества BYspace

Василина Баранова – Ассистент кафедры физики и аэрокосмических технологий факультета радиофизики и компьютерных технологий Белорусского Государственного Университета

Александр Микулич – Заведующий Минским планетарием

Катя Рутковская – Специалист по маркетингу и коммуникациям в космической отрасли
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SGAC France Interactive Webinar - 2024
2024-03-19 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
Are you new to SGAC? Would you like to connect with other SGAC members in France? Would you like to know more on how to be more active within the organisation? Then join us on March 19th from 7:30pm to 9pm CEST for a new SGAC France Interactive Webinar!
During the webinar, we will have several presentations and activities related to the theme of space sustainability, to align the SG[France] 2024 and IAC theme, but also breakout rooms related to various topics!
You will also have the opportunity to win your ticket to the SG[France]2024 event in Lyon!
Preliminary programme:
– 7:30pm – Introduction and presentation of SGAC, by Tania Gres and Clara Moriceau, current SGAC NPoCs for France
– 7:50pm – Quiz on sustainability and SG[France]2024, with SG[France]2024 organising team
– 8:05pm – A dedicated section about the latest space news in France
– 8:20pm – Invited guests on the theme of space sustainability
– 8:35pm – SG[France]2024 presentation, with SG[France]2024 organising team
– 8:40pm – Breakout rooms: SG[France]2024 Q&A, How to get a volunteer position within SGAC, First steps as new SGAC members, Come and chat!
– 9:00pm – Close out, by Tania Gres and Clara Moriceau, current SGAC NPoC for France
The webinar will be held in English. During the breakout rooms, you will have the opportunity to join any room you would like to and also to switch rooms during the slot.
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5th Italian Space Startup Competition
2024-03-16 - 2024-03-17 | Rome, Italy
5th Italian Space Startup Competition

16th – 17th March 2024

Rome, Italy

The Italian Space Startup Competition (ISSC) is a startup competition whose area of interest is space in all its facets. During the two days of the event, participants will have the opportunity to interact with experts from the space field and to work in teams, discussing ideas and shaping them into business cases. The participants will benefit from the support of mentors, whose backgrounds and expertise are diverse and covering different areas of the space sector.

Competition Goals

ISSC aims to promote the interest of the young generation in the space business and bring forth the next generation of entrepreneurs. ISSC encourages knowledge sharing and fosters innovation, providing participants with the necessary backdrop to network, learn and shape the future.
The event is dedicated – but not limited – to new graduates, students and young professionals who are interested in working in the space sector and are willing to take on a challenge in a business context. The interdisciplinary nature of the event allows people from any background, be it engineering, law, economics or else, to participate. The competition is open to individuals or teams (with or without ideas) and startups in the bootstrapping phase (no external funding received).
Participants without a team will have the opportunity to join/be matched with existing groups. All participants must be between the ages of 18 and 35.

The event format

After the end of the registrations, delegates with no team will be given the opportunity of entering already formed teams.

In the weeks prior to the event, all delegates will be given an introduction to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and effective pitch. This will happen in the form of two webinars with guest experts from the industry and academia.

During the two-day event, the teams will work in groups to develop their idea and shape it into a business case, with the support of experienced mentors.
At the conclusion of the ISSC, each team will present its idea in front of a jury during a pitch competition. The business ideas may include new technologies, spin-in or spin-off, or space data applications.

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Terraforming Ascension: The Legacy of a Victorian era Geo-engineering Project on the conception of Space Colonization and Space Conservation
2024-03-06 18:00 - 19:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
The webinar will discuss the film TerraForma made by Kevin Brennan and Laurence Durkin and the lessons learned from the film’s subjects on terraforming and landscape transformation. Science writer Oliver Morton and architect and writer Fred Scharmen who are both interviewed in the film will speak about their work in relation to the film’s themes and subjects.
About our speaker:
Kevin Brennan is an artist and filmmaker based in London and a graduate of the Slade School of Fine Art. His films explore ideas surrounding technological evolution and its impact on human ontology, using a variety of visual languages pulled from video games, music videos and cinema.
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Space Generation Leadership Forum
2024-03-02 13:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
The SGAC Space Education & Professional Development team is inviting you, our SGAC volunteering team members, to our internal professional development event – the SpaceGen Leaders Forum (SGLF). Started in 2021 and recently revived, SGLF will now be an annual platform to commemorate and enhance the visibility of initiatives, instances of leadership, and efforts across all volunteers within SGAC. This edition of SGLF will be to showcase the work carried out in 2023, with a full-fledged version to be expected by the end of the year for 2024.
The aims of SGLF are to:
(1) Showcase exemplary efforts, role models and achievements within SGAC
(2) Facilitate peer-to-peer learning and share best practices, professional skills and invaluable experiences for SGAC volunteers
(3) Provide visibility for teams and initiatives across all levels within SGAC to foster greater understanding, collaboration and appreciation
(4) Recognise leadership capabilities within our volunteers with an awards ceremony
Planned sessions include:
Session 1 (1300 – 1530 CET)
– Welcome & State of SGAC Address / SGAC Overview
– Regional Coordinators Roundtable
– Regional Highlights / NPoC Showcase Session 1
– SGAC Teams Highlights
Session 2 (2100 – 22:30 CET)
– Welcome Remarks
– Project Group Highlights
– Regional Highlights / NPoC Showcase Session 2
– Up and Coming Initiatives
– Open Call Sharing
– Award Ceremony & Closing
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Achieving Net Zero: A Space Industry Perspective
2024-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
In the NCAC Policy & Advocacy Webinar Series, we discuss policy topics relevant to the NCAC region with an international lens. For this webinar, we will discuss the impacts of the space industry on Earth’s climate and pathways to “net zero” emissions and environmentally friendly practices.

Speakers

Elwyn Sirieys:
is in charge of Sustainability Strategy and Roadmapping at ArianeGroup, the European leader of space launchers. He earned a Master of Science from the Technology and Policy Program (TPP) and the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT. His past research investigated the environmental impact of space launches and the ensuing societal response. Before joining MIT, he studied Engineering at Ecole Centrale Paris (France) and Law at Sorbonne University. He has previous experience working in strategy for Dassault Systemes, Starburst Aerospace, and UNOOSA.

Jordan Sotudeh:
is a Deputy Program Manager and Senior Technical Lead at BryceTech, supporting NASA’s Office of Technology Policy and Strategy. There, we helped design and write the Space Based Solar Power study published on 1/11/2024. He holds a Masters degree in International Science and Technology Policy from George Washington University and Project Management Professional certification. Jordan has supported C-Suite equivalent offices in technology and policy at BryceTech, NASA, JPL, and DoD, as well as market analysis and strategy to the climate change challenge. Jordan is also the founder and CEO of Venaera, a cleantech startup.

David Buckley Biggs:
is Head of Future Programs at Stoke Space. Stoke Space is a space launch company that is developing 100% reusable launch vehicles. David has previous experiences working at Momentus as Director of Advanced Architectures. Dr. Biggs earned a PhD in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from Stanford University.

Lindsey Wiser:
is an astrophysics PhD candidate in Arizona and the Lead of the NCAC Task Force. Lindsey will welcome the audience, introduce our team, and help to moderate the discussion

Josh Burns:
is a subteam lead for the Task Force and may serve as an assistant moderator.

Hanh Nguyen:
is a subteam lead for the Task Force and will be our moderator for the Zoom chat and audience questions.

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Space Careers Workshop - North & South America
2024-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
This workshop is part of SGAC’s Space Mentoring Program and will be open to existing SGAC mentees and selected registrants of the wider public. The objective is to inspire students and young professionals about the space sector, enhance the visibility of role models in the field, and increase mentorship opportunities for the next generation of youth from the Americas.

Program will include:
– Welcome & Introduction – Mentoring Program
– Introduction to SGAC
– Navigating the Space Ecosystem in North America
• Keynote Speech by Dr. Daniel Scheeres, USA
– Navigating the Space Ecosystem in South America
• Keynote Speech by Dr. Julio Rezende, Brazil
– Speed Mentoring Briefing
– Breakout Sessions – Speed Mentoring & Networking
• Bob Banik, Canada
• Danton Bazaldua, Mexico
• Avid Roman-Gonzalez, Peru
• José M. Bosleman, Argentina

Multiple speakers:

There will be 2 keynote speakers from North and South America and 2 speed-mentors each from both the regions.

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Your Community in Space: UKSEDS x SGAC
2024-02-15 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
Do you belong to the Space community?
If you answered yes to the question above, join our webinar.
If you answered no to the question above, join our webinar.
We’ll explore the power of your community in building your potential in the Space industry. Community means connections, shared goals, inspiration, and opportunities. It’s not just about reaching for the stars; it’s about doing it together!
We’d like to introduce you to:
Zaria Serfontein – Ex-UKSEDS Chairwoman & Product Strategy Engineer @ Astroscale
Bram De Winter – SGAC European Regional Coordinator & Planetary Geologist @ University of Oxford
Anushka Sharma – Founder @ Naaut and organiser of London Space Network
The panel will start with an introduction to the UK’s two biggest organisations for students and young professionals and what their community can bring you.
Then we’ll come full circle and show you where a pathway in the industry could take you.
Prepare to get interactive and introspective – reserve your seat and let’s build a community that’s truly out of this world
#SpaceCommunities #SGAC #UKSEDS #LSN #CosmicConnections #WebinarWonders
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Fast and Accurate Probability of Collision Toolkits for Near-Earth and Cislunar Applications
2024-01-03 18:00 - 19:30 (Europe/Paris) | Zoom
With increasing traffic in near-Earth and Cislunar space, it has become essential to develop fast and accurate methods of predicting collisions between space objects. This is an important topic of discussion in current Space Situational Awareness (SSA) domain research. Orbit determination methods provide users with a state and an uncertainty associated with an object in space. This tells the user where the spacecraft is and with what percent certainty. Because there are limited observation resources, it is essential to have the ability to propagate this information to desired times accurately. Generally, this is accomplished using numerical Monte Carlo methods, where a point cloud of millions of points is taken from the initial uncertainty and each of these points are propagated to the final time. This is highly accurate with a large number of points but adds to a high computational expense. To minimize this cost, we look for analytical and semi-analytical methods that are faster but can still reach good statistical accuracy. This seminar will focus on an introduction to SSA, collision prediction methods, and the semi-analytical toolkits developed to achieve fast and accurate collision probabilities. The target audience is students and young professionals interested in SSA research and tools.
Speaker: Yashica Khatri

Yashica Khatri has just defended her PhD at the University of Colorado Boulder, focusing in Astrodynamics and Satellite Navigation (ASN). Her research is in Space Situational Awareness (SSA), specifically, developing semi-analytical methods of conjunction analysis to predict the probability of collision with high speed and accuracy. She grew up in India and received her B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona in May 2018. At Embry-Riddle, Yashica was a part of various honors societies, diversity and educational organizations, and the ERAU’s competitive Golden Eagles Flight Team. She also started a Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) chapter and assisted in bringing a Delta Phi Epsilon sorority chapter to the Embry-Riddle campus. She completed her M.S. at the University of Colorado Boulder in May 2020 and started the PhD with the Celestial and Spaceflight Mechanics Laboratory (CSML) soon after. Here, she was named a 2021 Amelia Earhart Fellow and a 2022 Tau Beta Pi (TBP) Fellow. At CU she has been involved with the Aerospace Graduate Student Organization (AGSO), Women of Aeronautics and Astronautics (WoAA) India, and Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC). During her undergraduate and graduate studies, Yashica interned at Merit Engineering, Collins Aerospace, OneWeb, and SpaceNav. Yashica is currently the Co-Lead of the SGAC Mentoring Program.

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SGAC Alumni End-of-Year Party 2023
2023-12-10 15:00 - 16:30 (Europe/Berlin) | Online
SGAC Alumni – End of the Year Party
Greetings, Space Party Enthusiasts!
Get ready to launch into the cosmos of celebration as we gear up for the third edition of the SGAC Alumni End-of-the-Year Party! Everyone is invited to cheer with us to an successful year 2023.
📆 Annual Review and Outlook: From SGFF to SGC, delve into a review of the past year, highlighting notable achievements and key milestones within our collective journey.
🚀 Distinguished Panel Discussion: Join us for an elevated conversation with two distinguished Alumni Award winners. These accomplished individuals will share their professional journeys and insights into their SGAC story. A Q&A gives you space to ask your questions. Please welcome with us: Chris Boshuizen (Alumni Award winner 2023) and Lance Bush (Alumni Award winner 2022)!!!
✨ Networking Opportunities: Engage in meaningful discourse, share professional experiences, and expand your network within the global SGAC community. Meet others and have fun!
Registration is open!

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SPACEtacular: An interstellar collaboration between PhilSA, BatStateU - AEROESS, and SGAC
2023-11-28 09:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Zoom
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), the Batangas State University (BatStateU) – Aerospace Engineering Students’ Society (AEROESS), and the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) have joined forces to hold the very first online webinar dubbed “SPACEtacular”, which will take students, researchers, and other young space enthusiasts on an exciting opportunity to learn about the recent advancements in space technology, research, and innovation. This interstellar collaboration will embark on the overview of the Philippine Satellite Program and will uncover the fundamental concepts on lean satellite missions and utilization, small satellite systems engineering, and the general satellite project management process to be delivered by Filipino engineers who pioneered in the development of the Philippine’s small satellites. Join us as we learn their incredible achievements in promoting and sustaining a robust Philippine space ecosystem that adds and creates value in space for and from Filipinos and for the world.

Speaker:

Full Name: Adrian Salces, et al

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9th Asia-Pacific Space Generation Workshop 2023
2023-11-18 08:30 - 2023-11-19 18:00 (Asia/Omsk) | Bengaluru, India
The Asia-Pacific NewSpace ecosystem is currently going through significant changes as a result of the space sector’s transition, which is being fuelled by increased investment, predominant private players involvement, and the emergence of NewSpace businesses with cutting-edge plans and revenue streams. Private players are taking center stage in this new ecosystem as they strive on doing space business independently of governments in the long run.
Asia’s spacefaring nations have autonomously established their own strategies and ecosystems for space operations that are entrenched in their dominant political, commercial, and economic regional landscapes. Therefore, the time has come to address the space ecosystem from a technological, commercial, and socioeconomic perspective with a goal to facilitate the sustainable development of the NewSpace ecosystem in the Asia-Pacific region.

SG[Spain] 2023 - Castelldefels, Barcelona, Spain | November 18th 2023
2023-11-18 | Castelldefels School of Telecommunications and Aerospace Engineering, Carrer d'Esteve Terradas, 7, Castelldefels, Barcelona, 08860, Spain
SG[Spain] 2023 is taking place on November 17th and 18th in Barcelona. The event will bring together university students, young professionals (aged 18-35 years), and guest speakers from the space industry, space agencies, space non-governmental organizations, and research laboratories. The event’s purpose is to gather people who are passionate about space coming from different backgrounds to enhance interdisciplinary professional networks and exchange ideas regarding the future of the space sector.
Take a look at our home page for more information about SG[Spain] 2023. Don’t miss out on this opportunity, and see you in Barcelona!
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An introduction to U.S. Export Controls for the Commercial Space Industry
2023-11-01 21:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Zoom
The webinar aims to explain of key aspects of ITAR regulations, including restrictions, exemptions, and compliance; and to give insights into navigating ITAR regulations for international collaborations and partnerships.
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Confirmed Speakers:
John K. (“Jack”) Shelton serves as outside general counsel for domestic and international businesses. Jack’s background places a particular emphasis on corporate governance, international business transactions, export controls, and foreign investments. Jack focuses much of his time on building out processes to make the firm’s work more efficient, with the goal of delivering services to clients more quickly and at a lower cost. Jack is admitted to practice law in the courts of D.C., Tennessee, Louisiana, and the U.S. Court of International Trade (currently on voluntary inactive status in Louisiana). He is also a licensed US Customs Broker. Jack received his J.D. from the University of Tennessee (cum laude) and his LL.M. in Admiralty Law from Tulane University (cum laude). He began his legal practice working in Germany, representing an ocean carrier, after which he moved to New Orleans to represent international businesses in the Gulf of Mexico. He has since lived and worked in Tennessee, D.C., New Mexico, and elsewhere. Jack is married to the far more interesting songwriter and musician, Grace Askew.

Our Giant Leap Hackathon 2023: The Sponsors Showcase
2023-10-25 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Zoom
As we prepare for the Our Giant Leap Hackathon, we want to showcase the incredible work of
our sponsors! This year’s event has already brought together an incredible community of
engineers, thinkers, scientists, and entrepreneurs and this webinar will feature the companies
that are propelling space technology for global prosperity.
Join us on October 25th, to hear from our sponsors: Telesat, Exodus Orbitals, Wyvern,
Archangel Lightworks, Rocket Lab, International Space University, and MANRVA!
Come, learn, hack. For a better space sector and life on Earth.
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SGAC x ECSL Model UN 2023
2023-10-25 08:00 - 2023-10-27 18:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | ESA Headquarters, 8-10 rue Mario Nikis, 75738 Paris Cedex 15, France, paris
SGAC x ECSL collaboration comes back with the 2nd edition of the Model UN COPUOS!

Join us for 3 days of discussions during Model UN Committee on the Uses of Outer Space!

Representing one of the United Nations Member States, you will discuss the topics of sustainability of outer space. As such, you shall fit within your assigned Nation’s beliefs and political or economical interests, negotiate with other countries, and try to shape the future of Space Law!

Space Career Pathways: A Filipino Scholar's Perspective
2023-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Manila) | Online Platform
The space sector is a relatively new industry in the Philippines but has shown plenty of promise. As an emerging space-faring nation, the country focuses on space education and the capacity development of young Filipino scientists and scholars. For the Philippines, there is a potential to develop young talents in space technology to address disaster management, industry development, and other sustainable development challenges.
This World Space Week, SGAC will be hosting a local webinar designed for Filipino students and aspiring space scientists and engineers on pathways to careers in the space sector. Featuring local experts and panelists who were once scholars of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), this webinar will be moderated by the National Point of Contact for the Philippines of the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) – Asia Pacific Region.
Recently, many Filipino students aspire to build a career in space science and engineering, and what they often want is precise information on what exactly the field entails, the related university program options to choose from, the institutes they might explore for higher education, the scholarship funding opportunities, and career prospects.
Join us as we explore the pathways to a fantastic career in space!
REGISTER HERE!Raynell A. InojosaDr. Raynell A. Inojosa is one of the two pioneer scholars of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) Advanced Degrees for Accelerating Strategic Space R&D and Application (AD ASTRA) Scholarship Program. While still pursuing his degree, he applied for and got accepted as a Senior Science Research Specialist at the Spacecraft Payload and Communications Systems Development Division (SPCSDD) of PhilSA. He received his PhD in Electronics Engineering degree at the Batangas State University – The National Engineering University. He underwent a sandwich program at the Laboratory of Lean Satellite and In-Orbit Experiment (LaSEINE) of Kyushu Institute of Technology to conduct the assembly, integration, and testing of his prototype on fractal patch antenna for cube satellite (CubeSat) application.

As a young researcher, Dr. Inojosa attended numerous international conferences and workshops hosted in Japan, the USA, Thailand, South Korea, India, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom to present his research works on ICT for sustainable development, high-frequency engineering, wireless communications, and spacecraft communications subsystem—specifically on antenna technologies. Dr. Inojosa was a former Governor of the Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP) – Japan Chapter, a recipient of the 2019 IEEE TOWERs Best Research Award and the 2022 Outstanding Presentation Award by the IEEE Tokyo Section, and was hailed as one of the 2020 Ten Outstanding Electronics Engineers of the Philippines by IECEP, Inc.

Alumni Night 2023 Baku
2023-10-03 20:00 (Asia/Baku) | Baku, Baku
SGAC Alumni Night 2023 in Baku
It’s our favorite night of the year and we’re looking forward to seeing you in Baku soon! We intend to bring together SGAC alumni, current members and sponsors to celebrate and spend a magnificent night to remember. We want to thank PLANET for sponsoring and planning this night with us!
This event is dedicated to all SGAC alumni and member, and invited guests of the International Astronautical Congress (IAC).
To show your interest on joining us for this amazing night, please follow this link.
Please note, it is important to bring your IAC badge for entrance. As we do have limited capacity, entrance is on first-come first serve. We do not serve dinner.
You are a SGAC alumni and you will be in Baku in October? Write us and let us know we’d love to see you there -> alumni@spacegeneration.org!

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