ADVANCING THE GLOBAL SPACE ECOSYSTEM THROUGH
CONNECTION&
INSPIRATION
ADVANCING THE GLOBAL SPACE ECOSYSTEM THROUGH
CONNECTION&
INSPIRATION
ABOUT SPACE FOUNDATION
Space Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 as a gateway to advance the global space community. We uniquely connect and inspire the entire space workforce from early education through post-secondary (college, non-college, vocational), to the start of their careers as new professionals, and ultimately as leaders at the highest levels of government and commercial industry. As a charitable organization, Space Foundation raises support from corporate members, sponsors, individuals, and grants to offer a comprehensive portfolio of programs and activities that extend our worldwide mission.
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At Space Foundation, we're dedicated to empowering the global space community through our comprehensive programs and services. These initiatives fall into three core categories: Education, offering diverse learning programs; Collaboration, connecting space professionals; and Information, providing news, resources, and media. Explore how we're shaping the future of space together.
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Your gateway to an expansive world of knowledge and inspiration. Within these pages, you'll discover a wealth of articles, captivating videos, enlightening podcasts, and timely press releases, all designed to keep you informed, engaged, and excited about the ever-evolving landscape of the space community and its contributions to our world.
Low Earth Orbit Strengthens Role as a Research Destination
The cutting-edge of science is in orbit above the Earth. The fields of biotechnology, materials science, propulsion and energy systems are advancing as the United States, China, Europe, and private industry increasingly bet on low Earth orbit (LEO) as the next great laboratory. Four astronauts launched on board a SpaceX Falcon 9 to the International…
SpaceX’s Starship Finds Success in 1st Orbital Flight, Earns NASA Praise
The largest space launch vehicle ever constructed surpassed its biggest hurdle Monday as SpaceX’s Starship lifted off from Texas and reached orbit on its 14th test flight. Starship, a 40-story launch vehicle capable of lifting 50 full-sized Ford pickups to space, is critical to NASA’s Artemis lunar plans. The space industry has eagerly awaited Starship…
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