BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-// - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://space.epfl.ch X-WR-CALDESC:Events for REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Zurich BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230907T082557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T082557Z UID:10000139-1695945600-1696031999@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:SXS Space Career Events 2023 DESCRIPTION:Friday 29.09:  at ETHZ – 12:15 to 14:15 – Details & Registration \nFriday 29.09: at UZH – 14:00 to 18:00 – Details & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/sxs-space-career-events-2023-5/ CATEGORIES:Information session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/spacexs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230929 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230907T082338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T082338Z UID:10000138-1695859200-1695945599@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:SXS Space Career Events 2023 DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28.09: at EPFL – 12:15 to 14:15 (lunch) – Details & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/sxs-space-career-events-2023-4/ CATEGORIES:Information session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/spacexs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230927T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230927T183000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230907T110700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T134758Z UID:10000141-1695835800-1695839400@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:RF System Design for Robotic Spacecraft Requirements - Design Challenges and Emerging Technologies\, by Hannes Bartle DESCRIPTION:A cornerstone of space sustainability is the ability to efficiently service\, repair and refuel spacecrafts in orbit. From low earth orbit to geostationary orbits\, the need for such In-Orbit Servicing (IOS) missions is clearly identified and several companies are trying to race each other to be the first to market. Additionally\, as the problem of space debris is more and more recognized as such by private and government stakeholders\, Active Debris Removal (ADR) missions will be important to reduce the risk of the Kessler syndrome to set in. \nOne of the many challenges these types of missions entail is the design of reliable and secure RF systems covering communications\, radar and RF sensing. The unique set of requirements posed by a highly agile\, robotic spacecraft poses several challenges for RF systems in terms of performance\, reliability and cost. This talk will give an overview of typical requirements\, trade-offs and regulatory hurdles that one will encounter when designing RF systems for robotic spacecrafts. Furthermore\, an overview of emerging technologies and current research will be provided. \n \nHannes Bartle is an Industrial PhD student in the Microwaves and Antennas Group (MAG) at EPFL\, while being employed by ClearSpace SA. His research focuses on the field of mutual coupling between antennas and installed antenna performance on electrically large structures. He is the technical point of contact regarding RF and antenna related topics at ClearSpace and is responsible for the development\, design and procurement of RF hardware and antennas\, most notably the ClearSpace-1 communication systems. He received a B.Eng in Aerospace Engineering from the Corporate State University Friedrichshafen\, Germany\, and an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Aarhus University\, Denmark. URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/ref-system-bartle/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:Conference,eSpace Seminars,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/bartle-27.09.2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230907T080936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T082445Z UID:10000136-1694476800-1694563199@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:SXS Space Career Events 2023 DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 12.09: in Luzern (KKL) – 9:00 to 10:00 – Details URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/sxs-space-career-events-2023-3/ LOCATION:Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre (Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern)\, Europap\, Luzern\, 6003\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Information session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/spacexs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230907T071837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T072050Z UID:10000132-1694390400-1694563199@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Commercial Space Days DESCRIPTION:Switzerland is currently revising its space policy and devising a national legal framework for space\, recognizing international developments. The Swiss Space Office is seeking inputs to its innovation policy. \nThe European Space Agency is making similar efforts\, having established a Directorate for Commercialization and accompanying Center (ECSECO)\, and expanding their roles in supporting players of the NewSpace era through its own incubation network (ESA BIC). \nThe current crossroads and need for new policy and commercial thinking are a call for action to the space community\, finding responses solidly grounded in economics and innovation management\, learning from other sectors\, space verticals and defining viable solutions for economic\, environmental\, and social sustainability. \n \n More info & registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/commercial-space-days/ LOCATION:Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre (Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern)\, Europap\, Luzern\, 6003\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition,Newspace,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/csd-11-12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230714T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230714T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230613T120115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T130334Z UID:10000128-1689327000-1689354000@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Aerospace Europe Conference 2023 x Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) DESCRIPTION:Please note that the event will be live on Zoom between 9h30 and 12h30. \nThe afternoon workshop will not be live streamed.\n The event will take place on the 14th of July 2023\, starting at 09:30am\, in person at EPFL in Lausanne\, Switzerland\, held in partnership with \n\nthe Aerospace Europe Conference (AEC) and\nthe Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) Switzerland + the Diversity and Gender Equality Project Group.\n\n\n Programme\n \n The entire event will begin at 9:30 in the morning\, and lunch will be provided. \nMorning session: presentation from speakers: \n\n\n\n9:30\, Anastasia Pesce – Lead Engineer Product Quality ESA: “How to Establish a Culture for women visibility in Aerospace”.\n9:55\, Chloé Carrière – Space influencer wishing to close the gap between science and society: “Taking the road less travelled”.\n10:20\, Julien Bonnaud – Industrial Relations at Space Exchange Switzerland (SXS) and Swiss Delegate at ESA (THAG)\, ex. ESA. “Opportunities for young professionals”\n\n\n\n10:45\, Morning break \n  \n11:15\, “Panel discussion”\, interaction \n  \n12:00\, Lunch \n  \nAfternoon: Workshop (About 3h) \nIn this workshop\, we aim to explore the significance of gender-disaggregated data and its impact on decision-making\, policy formulation\, and resource allocation. We will delve into the challenges faced in collecting gender-sensitive data\, identify existing gaps\, and discuss strategies to bridge them effectively with a keen focus on empathy mapping! During the workshop\, you will have the opportunity to engage in design activities\, interactive discussions\, and share your insights and experiences. Together\, we can foster a deeper understanding of the gender data gap and work towards solutions that promote gender equality and social progress. This workshop is open to all individuals who are passionate about promoting gender equity and inclusive data practices\, your unique perspectives and contributions are invaluable. URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/aecxsgac/ LOCATION:EPFL BC 420\, BC Bulding\, Rue Jean-Daniel-Colladon\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/email_banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230711T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230711T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230628T135139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T141350Z UID:10000129-1689098400-1689102000@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:"Aiming High: The Story of the James Webb Space Telescope and How it is Changing our View of the Universe"\, by Thomas Zurbuchen DESCRIPTION:Thomas Zurbuchen is the longest continually running Head of Science at NASA from 2016 to 2022. Previously Professor for Space Science and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan. Also founder of the largest Entrepreneurship programme at American Universities – the Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship – and a member of the international Academy of Astronautics. \nPROGRAMME5:45 pm  Doors open6:00 pm  Welcome Address by Martin Vetterli\, President of EPFL6:10 pm  Conference by Thomas Zurbuchen\, Astrophysicist6:40 pm  Q&A moderated by Julie Böhning\, Co-founder\, Gruyère Space Program7:00 pm  Closing remarks by Aude Pugin\, CEO\, APCO Technologies7:05 pm  Cocktail8:00 pm  End of the event \nIn partnership with: \n REGISTER URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/thomas-zurbuchen/ LOCATION:EPFL Polydome\, EPFL Route de la Sorge PO1\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1440x810-zurb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230714 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221207T084054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T103147Z UID:10000118-1688860800-1689292799@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Aerospace Europe ConferenceJoint 10th EUCASS - 9th CEAS Conference DESCRIPTION:About the conference\n \n The Aerospace Europe Conference 2023 is a joint event between the 10th European Conference for Aerospace Sciences (EUCASS) and the 9th conference of the Council of European Aerospace Societies (CEAS).\nThe objectives in 2023 are to strengthen the link between space and aeronautics\, facilitate cross-fertilisation and lay the foundations for a major unified international congress of aerospace sciences in Europe. With rich scientific content for the future of space and aeronautics\, the Aerospace Europe Conference 2023 will present cutting-edge ideas for the world of tomorrow.\nOrganised at the Swiss Tech Convention Center in Lausanne\, Switzerland\, the conference will also be an opportunity to discover the city\, the Olympic Capital of the world\, as well as the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology ranked 16th in the QS World University Ranking.\n \n REGISTER URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/aerospace-europe-conference-2023/ LOCATION:Swisstech Convention Center\, Quartier Nord EPFL\, Route Louis-Favre 2\, Ecublens\, Vaud\, 1024\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Call for papers,Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/EUCASS-gif.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230708 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230602T122727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T123156Z UID:10000126-1688515200-1688774399@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:PVSPACE23 - New Generation Photovoltaics for Space DESCRIPTION:The rapid progress in modern space economy is entrepreneurial and global accessible with increasingly expanding with private players across a variety of sub-sectors and markets via an increasingly growth in funding and investing. A major step forward in the space technologies is to develop affordable power systems applicable in the harsh space environment. Indeed\, owing to the source of power\, photovoltaics (PVs) always considered as a key component. In agreement with the fast-growing space economy\, emerging photovoltaic systems e.g.\, perovskite solar cells and multi-junction thin film PVs with some interesting characteristics e.g.\, high efficiency in ultra-low-cost modules\, low energy payback time\, large scale solution-process manufacturing\, intrinsic stability against high energy particles and rays\, light-weight and high specific power\, have been illustrated a great potential for compete with conventional PV systems in the space applications.  \nThe scope of the conference is to provide an opportunity for experts in variety PV sectors and technologies to have a fresh update on the advancement\, state-of-the-art and future roadmap of new generation PV in space applications. From space applications we consider not only those which are available e.g.\, satellite powering and traditional space missions but also new space developments such as extraterrestrial bases\, deployable flexible PV arrays\, inflatable solar cells\, solar power stations\, etc. The conference would also focus on space relevant tests of new PV technologies as well as the first experimental demonstration on the space environment. \n\n Some of the conference topics: \n \n\nHalide Perovskite Solar Modules (PSMs)\nLow-dimensional Perovskites\nAdvanced materials for space PV systems\nIonizing radiation test\nSpace Environment advance PV test\nFlexible photovoltaics\nLight-weight materials and technologies for PV systems\nHigh power density of PV cells \nNew generation PVs\n\n \n More info & registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/pvspace23-new-generation-photovoltaics-for-space/ LOCATION:Faculty of Civil and Industrial Engineering\, Sapienza University of Rome\, Via Eudossiana 18\, Rome\, 00184\, Italy CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/pvspace.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230615 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230331T103017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T103300Z UID:10000123-1686614400-1686787199@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:5th Summit for Space Sustainability DESCRIPTION:The 5th Summit for Space Sustainability is a high-level\, multi-day event focused on developing solutions for space sustainability\, hosted by the Secure World Foundation.\n The 5th Summit for Space Sustainability will be a unique gathering of global stakeholders from government\, industry\, and civil society. This event will feature keynotes\, interactive sessions\, panels\, and networking designed to highlight opportunities and challenges for developing solutions for space sustainability.\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/5th-summit-for-space-sustainability/ LOCATION:Convene\, 117 West 46th Street\, New York City\, NY\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference,Symposium,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/5thsummitss-cal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230609 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230606T092411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T092815Z UID:10000127-1686009600-1686268799@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Space capacity allocation for the sustainability of space activities DESCRIPTION:Space\, as any other ecosystem\, has a finite capacity. The continuous growth of space activities\, due to our increasing reliance on services from Space\, the privatisation of the space market and the lower cost of deploying smaller and distributed missions in orbit\, is from one side improving human-life quality and\, however\, it is also contributing to overloading this delicate system. International discussion is ongoing at the Inter Agency Debris Coordination Committee and at COPUOS on how to measure the overall capacity of the space environment and assess the impact that individual missions have on it. \nThis workshop is open to all researchers\, space operators and regulators working in the space debris field. The aim is not only to present current advances in research on space capacity modelling and management\, but above all to offer a constructive and interdisciplinary framework to discuss and work collaboratively to advance the discussion on space sustainability and space capacity management. \nIn this view\, the following topics will be addressed and discussed during the workshop: \n\nModelling the long-term evolution of the space debris environment\,\nDefining indices to assess the impact of missions to the space environment\,\nMeasuring and defining thresholds for the overall space carrying capacity\,\nProposals to manage the space environment on the long-term\,\nPolicy and economic studies on space debris mitigations and applicability of capacity management strategies.\n\nAs outcome of the workshop\, a special issue of a journal might be initiated with invited publications. In addition\, a report and statement of the outcome to be shared with the outcome of the discussion will be prepared. \n MORE INFO URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-capacity-allocation-for-the-sustainability-of-space-activities/ LOCATION:Politecnico di Milano\, Piazza Leonardo da Vinci 32\, Milan\, 20133\, Italy CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Banner_prova.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230522T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230522T180000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230516T092839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T092839Z UID:10000125-1684774800-1684778400@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:ESA’s ambition for space in Europe\, by Simona Richard DESCRIPTION:ESA is an intergovernmental organisation with 22 Member States\, created in 1975\, with the mission to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space delivers benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. Its wide range of activities cover areas such as launchers\, science\, robotic and human exploration\, navigation\, Earth observation\, telecommunications\, space safety and operations. In 2021\, the ESA Agenda 2025 was published\, outlining five priorities for the next year to realise ESA’s ambition for space in Europe. At the ESA Council at Ministerial level in November 2022\, ESA’s budget was increased by 17% to a record of € 16.9bn\, showing the strong support of Member States for space in Europe. Just recently\, an independent High Level Advisory Group established at the request of ESA’s Council published a report on the future of human and robotic space exploration\, calling for more investment in European space exploration. The next big milestone for ESA will be the Space Summit in Seville\, Spain\, which will take place in November 2023. \n Simona currently works as DG Support and Member States Relations Officer in the Director General’s Cabinet at ESA’s headquarters in Paris. She has gained previous experience with ESA as a Swiss National Trainee in the Strategy and Development Office during which she was based at ESA’s ESRIN establishment in Frascati\, Italy. Simona studied Political Science and Chemistry at the Universities of Bern and Zurich\, Switzerland\, as well as in Ljubljana\, Slovenia. URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/esa-in-europe/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Headshot_SR.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230429T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230309T115601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T142858Z UID:10000121-1682758800-1682874000@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:EPFL Open Days 2023 DESCRIPTION:EPFL will open its doors once again and welcome a large public of all ages. \nFor a weekend\, enter a world of innovation\, science and creativity.\nScientific activities\, demonstrations\, laboratory visits\, cultural events…\nA unique opportunity to discover the captivating and exciting world of EPFL! \n \n Official Website\n \n \n Download Campus Map\n \n\n Main Topics\n \n \n\n SPACE\n \n Space research is a fascinating field of study\, not only for what it teaches us about our planetary system and life on Earth\, but also for the amazing technology that results. EPFL scientists and students are helping shape the future of the space industry by developing even more sophisticated satellites\, rovers and rocket launchers\, as well as ways of improving astronauts’ lives in outer space. They’re also investigating ways to make space missions more sustainable and responsible. For instance\, engineers at ClearSpace – an EPFL spin-off – are deploying technology to capture and deorbit space debris.  \n \n Full SPACE Programme\n \n \n\n Climate Change\n \n \n\n Health\n \n \n\n Artificial Intelligence\n \n \n\n Basic Research\n \n \n Full Programme URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/epfl-open-days-2023/ LOCATION:EPFL Campus\, Route Cantonale\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1440x810.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230427 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230308T102902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T103227Z UID:10000120-1682380800-1682553599@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Space Community Days Switzerland 2023 DESCRIPTION:Challenges and opportunities in the space field. Practical and useful information for space industries and newcomers in the domain.\n \n The Space Community Days 2023 offer a platform to exchange experiences and to support cooperation. This is a great opportunity to listen to prominent speakers involving ESA program managers\, representatives of Swiss companies and of the Large European System Integrators. \nThe event is intended to be an occasion to meet again after the pandemic\, and to learn about future opportunities in select ESA programmes. The community days will also be the occasion to improve the dialogue between space science and industry through dedicated sessions. The event focuses on specific and select tangible opportunities for Swiss entities\, namely for SME’s. \nIn the afternoon of the first Day\, we have the pleasure to welcome Prof. Masaki Fujimoto\, Deputy Director General at JAXA for a keynote presentation on Hayabusa2. This will open a session fostering the “dialogue between space science and space industries” organised together with ISSI Bern and the NCCR PlanetS. \nThe second day is dedicated to the presentation of new ESA e-tools and national support initiatives. A session on AI for space will be organised in the afternoon. \n \n Register Here URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-community-days-switzerland-2023/ LOCATION:Bernexpo\, Mingerstrasse 6\, Bern\, 3000\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/scd_2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230422 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230419T141246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T143158Z UID:10000124-1682035200-1682121599@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Space LawSpace sector careers for lawyers DESCRIPTION:09.00 – 12.30 (IN-PERSON ONLY) \nWORKSHOP: FUNDAMENTALS OF SPACE LAW \nDr. Merve Erdem Burger\nSNF Post- Doctoral researcher at UniNe\nLIMITED TO 24 PARTICIPANTS \n 14.00 – 15.00 (HYBRID) \nEXPERT TALK: SPACE SECTOR CAREERS \n“The changing legal & regulatory landscape in the space industry and the opportunities for the next generation” \nMr Andrewball\, Neuco Global Specialist Recruitment \nLIMITED TO 60 PARTICIPANTS IN PERSON +\nONLINE PARTICIPANTS\n 15.00 – 16.00 \nAPERO \n \n REGISTER URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-law-unine/ LOCATION:University of Neuchâtel\, Faculty of Law\, AT Auditoire Moyen (301)\, Rue A.-L.Breguet 1\, Neuchâtel\, Neuchâtel\, 2000 CATEGORIES:Conference,Webinar,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/spacelaw-neuch.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230405T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230405T153000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230331T100754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T101157Z UID:10000122-1680705000-1680708600@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Spaceport SARABHAI - Space Law + Policy Dialogue #4: Orbital Debris Remediation DESCRIPTION:Spaceport SARABHAI (S2) to co-host edition#4 of its Space Law + Policy Dialogue with the eSpace – EPFL Space Center\, Switzerland on 5th April 2023. The goal of the ongoing series of S2 Space Law + Policy Dialogues is to look at contemporary space activities through a space law + policy lens and strengthen international cooperation through exchange of ideas and perspectives. The 4th edition will focus on how to keep outer space safe and sustainable for the benefit of all humanity. The panel will discuss the current state and challenges\, in terms of technology\, regulations and economy. They will propose actions necessary for removal of existing debris and mitigation of future debris. \n Moderator:\nMarie Valentine Florin\, Executive Director\, EPFL International Risk Governance Center (IRGC)\nPanelists:\n● Romain Buchs\, Space Policy Analyst\, ClearSpace\, Switzerland\n● Emmanuelle David\, Executive Director\, EPFL Space Center (eSpace)\n● Ashok G.V. \, Partner\, Factum Law\, India\n● Shreyas Mirji\, Head\, Business and Strategy\, Digantara\, India\n \n REGISTER URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/spaceport-sarabhai-space-law-policy-dialogue-4-orbital-debris-remediation/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/spaceport-sarab.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230313T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20230313T173000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20230306T163248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T170707Z UID:10000119-1678725000-1678728600@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Sustainable Space Hub: new technologies and services to secure the long-term usability of space DESCRIPTION:eSpace – EPFL Space Center is a pioneer in space sustainability. With the Clean Space Initiative\, initially proposed to deorbit Swisscube which eventually spin-off from EPFL as the ClearSpace-1 mission to recover the Vega Secondary Payload Adapter (VESPA)\, the Center can draw on a decade of experience in space sustainability. More recently\, in 2019 eSpace initiated a two-year pilot phase of a research initiative on sustainable space logistics (RISSL). This initiative was the starting point of several consortium projects that attracted many stakeholders\, resulting in several publications and the development of a space logistics modelling software for mission profile evaluation and optimization [1]. The success of this pilot phase encouraged the Center to continue exploring this new domain. Current research includes life cycle assessment of space transportation vehicles\, accounting for space debris risks and the reentry phase\, optimisation of space logistics\, and mission design. These projects will help understanding and improving the situation in space. It is especially important to assess future impacts of new missions early in the design phase\, in order to support space agencies and industry in designing new concepts with lower environmental impacts. \nThanks to these 10+ years of experience\, in 2021 EPFL was selected to host the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR)\, which incentivizes space operators to adopt more responsible mission design and operational behaviour. Its competence and neutrality\, two important prerequisites for a successful\, fair and widely accepted evaluation system\, make eSpace the ideal host institution for the rating. The definition of sustainability in space is constantly evolving. eSpace is therefore continuously improving the formulation of the SSR to address emerging environmental\, societal\, and economic factors in the assessment. \nThese efforts are complemented by the EPFL laboratory of astrophysics (LASTRO)\, which is currently working on detection and characterization of resident objects in Earth’s orbit in large astronomical data archives [2]. The information extracted from these archives will allow a better evaluation of the evolution and current state of the small debris population\, and support active debris removal that will be necessary to secure the future use of Earth’s orbit. \nIn order to unite EPFL’s forces in the domain of sustainability in space\, eSpace has recently launched the Sustainable Space Hub (SSH). The goal of the Hub is to coherently manage and foster the growth of these topics. 5 institutes within EPFL are currently involved in research and development projects in the field of space sustainability. The hub is connecting these individual projects in a workflow that rests on three intertwined pillars: measure\, understand\, and act for space sustainability. \nThe projects associated with each pillar are essential to find solutions to the problems arising from the rapidly increasing space activities\, the risk from space debris\, and the generated atmospheric impacts. The Hub will help identify and promote new technologies in space sustainability with new services in orbit and on the ground. \n\n\n Mathieu Udriot\n \n Research Scientist & Systems Engineer at eSpace \n \n Young professional at the EPFL Space Center (Lausanne\, Switzerland)\, Mathieu is involved in projects related to space logistics\, space sustainability\, concurrent engineering\, and he supervises student teams at EPFL. In particular\, Mathieu is working on two projects\, funded by ESA\, that are looking at the environmental impacts of launchers using a life cycle assessment methodology\, and modelling space logistics scenarios to understand the feasibility of future missions. \n Mathieu graduated at EPFL in February 2022 with a master in microengineering\, specialized in space technologies. His master thesis was about the Implementation of a Space Sustainability Rating. He is still supporting this association on some R&D projects. He was also part of the EPFL team that won the European Rocketry Challenge 2021 in Portugal. \n\n\n Stephan Hellmich\n \n Post doc research scientist at LASTRO \n \n After studying computer science\, which he completed in 2010 with a collaborative diploma thesis from HTWK Leipzig and UNI Leipzig in the field of bioinformatics\, Stephan began his scientific career studying small planets in the solar system at the DLR Institute for Planetary Science in Berlin. During his PhD thesis\, Stephan investigated the long-term orbital evolution of Jupiter Trojan asteroids under the influence of the non-gravitational Yarkovsky force. Besides this activity\, Stephan was involved in several projects of the DLR institute and the ESA SSA initiative. \n He supported the hardware and software development for the extension of the 1.23m telescope at the German-Spanish observatory on Calar Alto and conducted observations of exoplanets\, asteroids and comets to determine their rotational and physical properties. While the focus of the observations was on Jupiter Trojan asteroids in support of the recently launched LUCY mission\, Stephan also led a program of secondary use of the observational data that resulted in the reporting of hundreds of thousands of astrometric positions to the Minor Planet Center and the discovery of several asteroids and a trans Neptunian object. \nIn early 2022\, Stephan started supporting EPFL’s SSA activities as a postdoctoral researcher. He is mainly working on extracting information on space debris from large astronomical data archives and enabling the TELESTO telescope at the Observatory of Geneva for space debris observations. URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/sustainable-space-hub/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Logo-Complet-fond-clair-couleur.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221216T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221216T133000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221115T172440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T131028Z UID:10000115-1671181200-1671197400@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Technical Workshop for the Italian Day of Space in Switzerland - Space technology and sustainability: a challenge for the future DESCRIPTION:This workshop is free but registration is mandatory for organisation purposes. \n Space economy is a fast-growing sector at global scale. In particular\, it is becoming a leading business and research sector in Europe. It is more and more important to develop new ideas and opportunities\, leveraging on the strong competence of universities and research centers together with the solid support by space industries and the growing constellation of SME and start-up companies. \nOn the Italian Day of Space\, eSpace- EPFL Space center\, together with Embassy of Italy in Bern and the General Consulate of Italy in Geneva\, are organizing this technical workshop to promote a network of collaboration between Italy and Switzerland\, involving Academia and space industries\, large companies and SME. \nStarting from the presentation of new technologies\, developed in Switzerland with a significant participation of Italian researchers\, we present examples of how space can present opportunities for both for young engineers and scientists\, and for companies.  As it becomes more and more crowded\, the responsible use of space key\, as will be discussed during a round table. \nWe invite researchers\, engineers\, space companies\, start-up\, students and all the interested public to join us in this technical networking event. \n\n Programme\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n TIMETOPICSPEAKER\n\n\n\n \n 9:00Welcome addressProf. Jean-Paul Kneib (EPFL)\, L. Valenziano (Scientific Attaché in Switzerland) \n \n 9:15Slip Ring TechnologyF. Avino (EPFL) \n \n 9:35Helicon Plasma Thrusters with resonant antennasI. Furno\, F. Romano (EPFL) \n \n 9:55From CERN to Aerospace: accelerating innovation and building transnational partnershipE. Chesta (CERN) \n \n 10:15Company/Research team short presentationsG. Becker (Beyond Gravity)\, S.Gugkaev (ClearSpace)\, E. Bozzo (Univ. Geneve) \n \n 10:45to11:15Break \n \n 11:15Company/Research team short presentationsA. Belkhiria (EPFL Spacecraft Team)\, D. Campi (Sydereus Space Dynamics) \, T. Montaruli (Univ. Geneve) \n \n 11:45Space Sustainability: which role for Italian and Swiss Academia and industry in a changing landscape?Round table moderated by E. David.B. Gresse (TAS - CH)\, C. Colombo (PoliMi)\, A. Belkhiria (EPFL Spacecraft Team)\, V. Striano (DAC)\, S. Gugkaev (ClearSpace) \n \n 12:45Conclusions and future perspectivesA. Fasoli (EPFL)\, L. Valenziano \n \n 12:45to13:30Networking light lunch URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/switzerland-and-italy-technical-workshop-space-sustainability/ LOCATION:EPFL Room CE 1515 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/chit-dec.16.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221215T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221215T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221111T113417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T130608Z UID:10000113-1671125400-1671134400@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Switzerland and Italy : Together in Space DESCRIPTION:Free entrance but registration mandatory.\n \n \n Full programme and registration\n \n The Italian government has established the National Day of Space on December 16. On the day before\, in 1964\, Italy launched the S. Marco 1 satellite\, becoming the third country to have space capabilities. \nItaly and Switzerland have a long-term record of successful collaboration in space. Researchers from both countries collaborate on the most important space missions\, supported by industries and small-medium enterprises on both sides of the Alps. \nThe Italian Embassy in Bern intends to promote an initiative to celebrate the third edition of the Italian National Day of Space in Switzerland\, aiming at showing the strong ties between these two countries and reinforce further the support to the collaboration in science and technology. \nThis public event will bring together Swiss and Italian astronauts and Space Agencies\, large space companies and university spin-offs. \nPlease note that a technical workshop entitled Space technology & sustainability: a challenge for the future will take place on the 16th December at EPFL (room CE 1515). URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/switzerland-and-italy-together-in-space/ LOCATION:EPFL\, Room SG 1138 CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/1440x810.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221215T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221215T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221118T102840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T102958Z UID:10000116-1671098400-1671103800@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Euresearch Information Event on Horizon Europe Calls for 2023 and 2024 in Industry\, Digital and Space DESCRIPTION:The European Commission is expected to shortly publish details on calls for the upcoming two years in most areas of Horizon Europe. Swiss National Contact Points for Horizon Europe “Cluster 4” on Industry\, Digital and Space will inform on these new funding opportunities on 15 December. \nJoin this 1.5h online event to get an overview of the new calls\, learn how an organization based in Switzerland can participate in projects and get inspiration on how to join consortia applying for funding. \n \n More info & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/euresearch-calls-2023-2024/ CATEGORIES:Information session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Euresearch_Logo_mit-Claim_SCREEN-RGB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221212T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221123T133805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T124753Z UID:10000117-1670860800-1670864400@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Lunar Hub: a venture to explore the extreme and the uncharted\, by David Rodríguez DESCRIPTION:eSpace (EPFL Space Center) introduced in 2020 a new initiative aimed at bridging a series of identified knowledge and technology gaps within the latest lunar exploration and infrastructure development roadmaps. We\, at eSpace\, advocate for a holistic space program that effectively and sustainably explores and develops the Moon. To do so\, upcoming exploration missions call for ever more capable robotic systems and instruments\, including the capability to explore longer distances (>100 km) within highly constrained time windows (e.g.\, shorter daylight cycles in polar regions) and under extreme environmental conditions of which little to no data is readily available (permanently shadowed regions and lunar skylights are some examples). \nA long-term\, effective\, faster\, and minimally altered characterization of these regions requires improved mobility systems as well as the use of high-resolution mapping and imagery\, which most lunar missions to date still lack. Today we present EPFL’s Lunar Hub\, eSpace’s latest venture to create a home base for lunar research and technology within Switzerland. We are already working toward developing the technology required to traverse the lunar surface 100 times faster than any autonomous rover ever before\, providing robotic assets and soon humans with the highest resolution maps of key\, so far inaccessible regions with our lunar reconnaissance drone\, defining the most effective ways in which small heterogeneous groups of robots can cooperate to access\, explore\, and jointly prospect the most scientifically valuable regions\, and equipping them with the latest optical instrumentation with our Dragonfly camera. \n \n David is currently responsible for the Lunar Hub\, leading the center’s efforts in lunar research and technology development with projects on topics spanning from fast off-Earth robotic mobility\, reconnaissance drones\, low-cardinality multi-agent systems\, to novel sensing instrumentation for localization and mapping. He also provides system-level and managerial support to projects on active deorbiting of defunct satellites as well as supporting the activities of multiple students’ associations related to space at EPFL.” \n Formerly he held several positions as an NPI researcher for the Automation & Robotics Lab at the European Space Agency and as a visiting scientist for the Institute of System Dynamics & Control of the German Aerospace Center. He holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Carlos III University of Madrid\, a Master’s Degree in Space Studies from the International Space University\, and a PhD in robotics from Tohoku University. \n \n \n \n \n \n David’s social media: URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/lunarhub/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/lunar-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221206T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221206T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221109T145213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T101853Z UID:10000110-1670344200-1670355000@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Funding for Swiss Space Research\, Innovation and Entrepreneurship DESCRIPTION:“Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see\, and wonder about what makes the universe exist.”– Stephen Hawking \nIf your research or business is related to space\, if you have an idea that could impact space technology or you would like to exploit some space related innovations on earth\, then sign up and join this event! The Innovation Office of the University of Bern is honored to host Euresearch\, the State Secretariat for Education\, Research and Innovation SERI and ESA Business Incubator Center Switzerland to present an overview of funding and support opportunities for space research and business. \nAgenda\n16:00 Doors open \n16:30 Welcome (Elsa Callini\, Innovation Office UniBE) \n16:35 Horizon Europe – Research and Innovation opportunities for Space (Matthew Whellens\, Euresearch) \n16:55 ESA opportunities for Swiss entities – including transitional measures (Valerie Koller\, State Secretariat for Education\, Research and Innovation SERI) \n17:30 ESA-BIC CH and Spacetek (Michael Gschweitl\, ESA-BIC Switzerland) \n18:00 Closing remarks (Elsa Callini\, Innovation Office UniBE) \nAfter the presentations\, you will have the opportunity to enjoy an apero and network with the speakers and the other attendees \n More info & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/funding-for-swiss-space-research-innovation-and-entrepreneurship/ LOCATION:UniBe Innovation Office\, 028 Hauptgebäude Hochschulstrasse 4\, Bern\, 3012\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Information session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/space-research.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221125T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221125T180000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221115T170529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T170721Z UID:10000114-1669363200-1669399200@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Cosmos Archaeology Symposium: Encounters between art and science DESCRIPTION:From the dawn of human civilization\, we have looked at the sky to explore its secrets. Some stargazers would go on to pursue scientific knowledge of the Universe\, as astrophysicists\, astronomers\, astronauts\, or engineers. Others would interpret or document it as artists or historians. All these endeavours are devoted to exploring or representing the cosmos. And for every person involved\, the Universe is an infinite source of research and wonder. \nThis symposium is an opportunity for space explorers from all walks of life to meet and share their diverse knowledge. They will also be able to discover how their practices\, so different on the surface\, might complement each other. \nOrganized for the ‘Cosmos Archaeology’ exhibition\, presented at EPFL Pavilions from 16 September 2022 to 5 February 2023\, the event brings together eminent personalities from the worlds of art and science around four themes that echo the exhibition. \n \n More info & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/cosmos-archaeology-symposium-encounters-between-art-and-science/ LOCATION:EPFL Pavilions\, Place Cosandey\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenshot-2022-11-15-175929.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221118 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221109T141642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T101637Z UID:10000108-1668470400-1668729599@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Space Tech Expo Europe 2022 DESCRIPTION:Europe’s largest exhibition and conference for the space industry\n \n Space Tech Expo Europe sets the bar for providing attendees with fundamental knowledge on current industry trends\, challenges\, and opportunities in unmissable discussions from technical-level experts from across the supply chain. Your free event pass will give you three-day access to three conferences : \n \n \n \n \n More info & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-tech-expo-europe-2022/ LOCATION:Congress Bremen\, Findorffstrasse 101\, Messe Bremen\, Halle 4 & 5\, M3B GmbH\, Bremen\, 28215\, Germany CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/BRE-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221114T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221114T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20220912T140202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T095242Z UID:10000102-1668441600-1668445200@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Solar System Objects (SSOs) Pipeline for the Euclid Mission\, by Aurelien Verdier DESCRIPTION:During this webinar\, you will see how a pipeline for a spatial mission at ESA is developed\, from the definition of the goal to the implementation\, and all the challenges we had to face.\nThe talk will focus on asteroid detection (SSOs)\, where they are\, and why we need to detect them\, but also on the Euclid mission.\nThe presentation will be concluded with an overview of the experience gained during two years through the YGT program\, technically but also humanly.\nAurelien Verdier obtained his MSc degree in Physics with a thesis on Radioastronomy.\nEmployed at EPFL as a Swiss National Trainee\, he is currently working in the Euclid team at ESA\, ESAC\, developing a pipeline to detect Solar System Objects (SSOs) in Euclid images.\nHis background is: Astrophysics\, Astronomy\, Cosmology\, and particle physics.\nHe is at his first professional experience after graduation.\nHe previously took part in several student activities\, such as building a radiotelescope (EPFL Radio Waves) and space awareness (Swiss Space Awareness). URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/solar-system-objects/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220910_1348512.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221114 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221025T142312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T095725Z UID:10000107-1668211200-1668383999@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Space Gen Advisory Council - 4th Italian Space Startup Competition DESCRIPTION: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. \n \nCompetition Goals\nISSC aims at promoting the interest of the young generation in space business and bringing forth the next generation of entrepreneurs. ISSC encourages knowledge sharing and fosters innovation\, also aiming at providing participants with the necessary backdrop to network\, learn and shape the future. \nThe 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 of the event allows people from any background\, be it engineering\, law\, economics or else\, to participate. An ad-hoc session will allow participants to get to know each other and form diversified teams to aim to the top. \nCompetition Prizes\nThe 4th Italian Space Startup Competition will offer fantastic opportunities to increase your experience within the Space Startup sector! \nThe event format\nThe first day will be dedicated to creating teams and introducing the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and tools to shape an idea into business (e.g. pitch canvas or brainstorming). The second day will focus on the development of the business idea. At the conclusion of the ISSC\, each team presents 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 Register Here URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-gen-advisory-council-4th-italian-space-startup-competition/ LOCATION:ISSC\, Napoli\, Italy CATEGORIES:Competition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Logo_napoli-1200x975-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230202 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221109T143605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T101530Z UID:10000109-1667952000-1675295999@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:SNSF first MARVIS call DESCRIPTION:Submission deadline: 01.02.2023\n \n The SNSF launches the Multidisciplinary Applied Research Ventures in Space (MARVIS) call. With this scheme\, we promote consortia projects that explore space. \nOn 1 February 2022\, the Federal Council adopted the Ordinance on the Promotion of National Activities in the Space Sector (NASO). Based on NASO\, the SNSF launches the first MARVIS call\, through a mandate by the State Secretariat for Education\, Research and Innovation (SERI). It has an annual budget of up to CHF 3.5 Mio CHF. The SERI plans to mandate calls every 2-4 years. \nA MARVIS project is eligible for funding if the following criteria are met: \n\nIt is a research or innovation project in the space sector that is of national importance.\nIts multidisciplinary character is mirrored by a consortium that consists of at least two higher education research centres and at least one national or international industrial partner.\nOne or several of the higher education research centres are responsible for the project.\nIt has a network of organisations and institutions that goes beyond the members of the consortium.\n\nResearchers can submit their projects from 1st November 2022 to 1st February 2023. The funding decisions will be communicated by the Federal Department of Economic Affairs\, Education and Research (EAER) in November 2023. The earliest project start date is 1st December 2023.\nThe MARVIS funding instrument aims at developing specific core competencies in the space sector at the higher education research centres as well as their national and international networks; maintaining and strengthening Switzerland’s position in strategically important and future-oriented research and innovation fields in the space sector; implementing Swiss space policy; gearing research and innovation work in the space sector to the needs and long-term strategies of partners in industry.\nThe evaluation procedure will be performed in two steps: \n\nIn Step 1 of the evaluation\, the scientific-technical quality of the project is evaluated by the SNSF. This evaluation is based on the project outline\, which consists of the research plan complemented with the CVs as well as the supplementary documents. Based on the Step 1 evaluation\, the SNSF submits a recommendation to SERI\, as well as an assessment of the alignment of the projects with ESA activities.\nIn Step 2 of the evaluation\, the SERI will evaluate the project according to the space\, research and innovation policy. For this\, the project plan is made accessible to SERI. This project plan consists of the project outline complemented with detailed information on the requested funding.\n\nA national and international Steering committee appointed by the Presiding Board of the National Research Council of the SNSF is responsible for step 1 of the evaluation on scientific and technical criteria.\nProposals must be submitted using mySNF. The general rules of the SNSF apply to the MARVIS call.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Call document (PDF)Funding Regulations (PDF)Implementation Regulations for the Funding Regulations (PDF) URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/snsf-first-marvis-call/ CATEGORIES:Call for proposals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/snsf_marvis_call.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221111 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20220812T100816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T083525Z UID:10000094-1667865600-1668124799@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:2022 MELiSSA Conference: current and future ways to closed life support systems DESCRIPTION:The MELiSSA Conference is a major European event in the field of space research!\n \n Discovering innovative and unique projects contributing to the circular economy approach\, this is the promise made to you by the organizing committee of this conference that will take place on 8-9-10 November 2022! \nCome and meet the MELiSSA actors. Dive into the world of space. \nTake advantage of this incredible opportunity to interact with famous key speakers & researchers! \n\n Listen to international experts from the worlds of academia and industry.\n \nIt will be a unique opportunity to listen to international experts from the worlds of academia and industry. \nThe 2022 edition of the MELiSSA Conference is a European platform focused on closed-life support systems. It is the place to share and exchange thoughts on fundamental and applied research for Space and Earth applications (e.g. circular economy). All the respective domains: air\, water\, waste recycling\, food production and preparation\, modelling\, control\, safety\, circular systems\, education and societal impact\, … are represented. \nThe Conference will highlight and foster the collaboration between researchers\, engineers\, experts\, private and public organizations. \n \n More info & Registration URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/2022-melissa-conference/ LOCATION:Espaces Vanel\, 1 All. Jacques Chaban-Delmas\, Toulouse\, 31500\, France CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221107T171500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221107T181500 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221025T090415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T095121Z UID:10000106-1667841300-1667844900@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:VIRUP: The Virtual Reality Universe Project\, by Yves Revaz & Florian Cabot DESCRIPTION:Science communication is key for sharing research discoveries to a wide audience. In this talk\, we will present VIRUP\, The Virtual Reality Universe Project\, a brand new software developed at the Laboratory of Astrophysic of EPFL\, that provides the most modern dynamical view of our Universe through one of the cutting-edge communication techniques : Virtual Reality (VR). \nVIRUP allows users to travel through space and time\, ranging from the artificial satellites orbiting the Earth to the outer confines of the Universe. Journeys in this VR environment help to understand the hierarchical organization of our universe at different scales as well as developing intuitions for astrophysical processes. In addition to standard VR systems like gamer headsets\, VIRUP is compatible with specific immersion systems like 360-panorama\, half-caves or 180-domes. VIRUP has also recently been used to create a twenty minute-long documentary named: Archaeology of Light. \n \n Yves Revaz is a senior scientist at LASTRO/EPFL. After successful studies in physics at EPFL\, he completed his PhD entitled: “Dynamics of external regions of spiral galaxies and constraints on the dark matter”\, at the Geneva Observatory in the galactic dynamics group of Prof. D. Pfenniger. He then moved to the Paris Observatory to work at the LERMA (Laboratory for Studies of Radiation and Matter in Astrophysics) with Prof. F. Combes on the understanding of cooling flows in galaxy clusters. He joined LASTRO at EPFL in 2007\, where he developed a new TreePM/SPH chemo-dynamical code called GEAR as well as the pNbody python library\, a parallelized toolbox designed to manipulate large N-body systems. \n Relying on those tools\, he studied the chemical evolution of galaxies. His current main research focuses on the evolution of dwarf spheroidal galaxies and their link with  cosmology. \nBeside his research Yves Revaz also led the development of VIRUP\, an interactive virtual reality (VR) environment that lets anyone discover the cosmos through observed and simulated data. Between 2020 and 2021\, he directed the realization of two films (in 2D\, 3D\, 180-3D and 360-3D) fully based on VIRUP. A short movie presenting the most complete 3D map of the Universe as observed by the eBOSS survey and a 21 minutes-long documentary entitled Archaeology of Light\, where we chart out a journey throughout the various scales of the Universe. \n Florian Cabot is a software engineer at SCITAS/EPFL. He studied computer science at the University of Geneva. His passion for astrophysics made him complete his Msc with a project on Virtual Reality exoplanetary data visualization at the Geneva Observatory in 2018. He met Yves Revaz at the Observatory with whom he started the VIRUP project. He developed this project from scratch\, writing all the tools needed to do VR rendering and interaction with large amounts of data. He ported the project to different projection systems at the Experimental Museology lab\, and directed and scripted the two movies made with VIRUP. \n \n He moved this year to the SCITAS computing center to do scientific visualization both for the Square Kilometer Array project in collaboration with LASTRO and the EUROFusion consortium in collaboration with the Swiss Plasma Center. URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/virup-the-virtual-reality-universe-project/ LOCATION:ZOOM CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/galaxy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221104T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20221104T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T201359 CREATED:20221013T150941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T151321Z UID:10000104-1667565000-1667581200@space.epfl.ch SUMMARY:Space Law: Key Principles and Swiss Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Have you heard of space law and want to learn more? Or you have never heard of it\, but now you’re intrigued? \nJoin us to hear Swiss-based experts discuss general principles of space law as well as rules relating to security\, the environment\, and telecommunications… in space! \nPublic and private stakeholders from the Swiss space sector will also present the role of space law in their daily activities and their perception of the evolution of this exciting branch of law. \nOpen to students\, researchers\, professors\, professionals\, and interested members of the public. \nThis event also kicks off the Swiss Space Law Forum’s discussion group on space law issues\, which will meet several times a year! \n \n READ MORE URL:https://space.epfl.ch/event/space-law-key-principles-and-swiss-perspectives/ LOCATION:Institut suisse de droit comparé (ISDC)\, Dorigny 0\, Lausanne\, Waadt\, 1015\, Switzerland CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://space.epfl.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/spacelawforum.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR