EPFL Space Day 2026

EPFL Space Day 2026 – “From Classroom to Cosmos”

Bringing the EPFL Space Community Together

EPFL’s space ecosystem blends education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, from student projects to orbital missions, across disciplines. United by a passion for exploration and sustainability, we aim to inspire the next generation of space pioneers.

Join us for exciting presentations during the day with an exhibition area, including EPFL startups, student associations and PhDs.

This event strengthens connections, highlights achievements, and reflects the EPFL Space Center’s mission: to educate, innovate, lead in sustainability, and engage with society.

Let's bring the EPFL Community together, from Classroom to Cosmos!

Programme

9:00–9:15 — Welcome Address

9:15–9:30 — Opening Remarks
Emmanuelle David, EPFL Space Center Executive Director: Introducing “From Classroom to Cosmos”

9:30–10:15 — Keynote
Daniel Neuenschwander, Prof. of Practice

10:15–10:45 — Coffee Break & Networking
Exhibition area open

10:45–12:15 — "From Classroom to Cosmos"
Student teams present satellite projects, analog missions, and more

12:15–13:15 — Lunch & Networking
Exhibition area open

13:15–13:45 — Presentation of EPFL Minor in Space Technologies
Curriculum, student stories, career pathways

13:45–14:00 — EPFL Startups Showcase

14:00–14:45 — EPFL PhD Lightning Talks
Cutting-edge research with mission or startup potential

14:45–15:15 — Coffee Break & Networking
Exhibition area open

15:15–16:45 — Round Table: “Let’s Talk Space! Charting EPFL’s Strategic Vision — From Classroom to Cosmos”

16:45–17:00 — Closing Remarks
Emmanuelle David, EPFL Space Center Executive Director: Reinforcing collaboration and innovation