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SUMMARY:Swiss Space Sustainability Research Days
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Swiss Sustainability Research Days.\nThis engaging event aims to bring together all the experts from major Swiss research institutions and industries with high R&D needs on the topic.\nThe topics that will be addressed during our 3-day event are: \n\nImpact of space activities on the Earth and space environments\nTechnologies for space sustainability\nUse of space technologies for Earth sustainability\nSpace weather implications on space sustainability\nImplications of space activities on astronomy (Dark and Quiet Skies)\nLaw and policy\, Ethics\, and Economics of space sustainability.\n\nWe expect that the event will gather more than 50 experts (PhDs\, postdocs\, senior researchers\, professors\, R&D specialists\, industries)\, who will spend 2 days discussing the latest developments in the field of space sustainability. The agenda will be defined by the scientific committee based on submitted abstracts and will include presentations\, discussions\, and a roundtable. \nSpace Sustainability should not be a side topic within main Swiss research activities\, but a priority! \nOur confirmed invited speakers include:\n\n\nLudovic Monnerat (Swiss armed forces)\nEmmanuelle David (EPFL)\nLucia Kleint (Unibern)\nProf. Jean-Paul Kneib (EPFL)\nDr Natalia Archinard (Space portfolio at Swiss FDFA)\nJosef Koller (Amazon)\nCamilla Columbo (Politecnico di Milano)\n\nWho can participate? \nAny researcher with an affiliation with a Swiss university\, a Swiss organisation\, or with a strong connection to Swiss researchers.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/swiss-sustainability-research-days/
LOCATION:Glacier Hotel (Eurotel Vicoria)\, Le Vernex 3\, Les Diablerets\, Vaud\, 1865\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250127T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250114T154035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T154131Z
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Space Sustainability Continuing Education Course – Second Edition 2025
DESCRIPTION:How can we make space missions more sustainable? Join us on Monday\, January 27\, from 13:00 to 14:00 (CET) for an engaging online info session to explore what space sustainability really means and how it impacts the aerospace industry. \n REGISTER  \nIn recent years\, the exponential growth of spatial activities\, driven in part by the expanding commercial use of space\, has yielded promising business opportunities.However\, this expansion has also left behind a significant challenge – an ever-increasing population of space debris\, with over 28\,000 objects currently observable in Earth’s orbit. How can we secure the long-term usability of space and design space businesses and missions with a focus on sustainability? \nSpace Sustainability is a new EPFL short program designed to: \nUnderstand what space sustainability means (from historical\, geopolitical\,economic\, societal\, and environmental perspectives) and how to measure it \nExplore tools and methodologies for developing more sustainable space missions (ESA’s MASTER and DRAMA suite\, Space Sustainability Rating\, Life Cycle Assessment & Environmental Impact Assessment\, etc.) \nInteract with the most recent research developments and explore the potential advantages of incorporating Environmental Social Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies within the space sector \nThis course is organized by EPFL Space Center (eSpace)\, EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne) in collaboration with International Space University (ISU)\, IMS Space Consultancy and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The program is designed for individuals engaged in space-related roles (engineers\, scientists\, non-technical managers\, policy practitioners\, etc.) and who share a common focus on ensuring the long-term sustainability and safety of the space environment. \nThis course will take place March 24-27\, 2025 \n Course information
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/information-session-space-sustainability-continuing-education-course-second-edition-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Education for professionals,Information session,Space Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250304T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250304T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250219T135616Z
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SUMMARY:La Chine sur Mars: la mission habitée qu'elle prépare\, par Par Philippe Coué (Académie Internationale d’Astronautique)
DESCRIPTION:Depuis le début du XXIe siècle\, la Chine a beaucoup progressé avec son programme de vol spatial habité. Elle exploite aujourd’hui une station spatiale (Tiangong-3) qui est occupée en permanence. Avant la fin de cette décennie\, la Chine enverra des taïkonautes sur la Lune ; des missions courtes précéderont\, en principe\, la construction d’une base permanente. Cette infrastructure servira de « tremplin » à des expéditions plus lointaines\, c’est-à-dire à des vols habités vers Mars. Cet objectif est devenu officiel en 2021 et semble avoir pris davantage de consistance depuis qu’Elon Musk aux Etats-Unis ne fait qu’en parler\, et fait suivre ses paroles par des actes. Le dernier en date est la récupération spectaculaire sur le pas de tir du premier étage de son lanceur géant Starship\, au mois d’octobre 2024. \nNous présenterons lors de cette intervention\, pour la première fois\, ce qui a pu être détecté au sujet de la version chinoise de l’Homme sur Mars et nous expliquerons pourquoi cet objectif est suivi.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/la-chine-sur-mars-la-mission-habitee-quelle-prepare/
LOCATION:EPFL Campus room SV 1717
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250305T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250129T081456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T081456Z
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SUMMARY:Non-Volatile Photonics for Zero-Energy Programmable Optical Networks
DESCRIPTION:Programmable Photonic Integrated Circuits provide mutability and versatility to optical networks. The ability to implement non-volatile mechanisms onto a standard platform is instrumental in providing zero-energy consumption during the exploitation of a programmed configuration. In this talk\, we will see the advancements and challenges of two of the most advanced strategies of endowing the highly standardized silicon photonic platform with non-volatility: Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) and Phase Change Materials (PCM). We will see the work performed at EPFL in order to mature these two technologies with a focus on scalable fabrication. \nHernán Furci is a scientist in Photonics and Nanotechnologies at EPFL. With early career background in Nuclear Engineering and Heat Transfer\, he completed a PhD in Low Temperature Applied Physics at the University of Paris-Saclay in 2015. Subsequently\, he joined CERN\, where he developed micro-engineered superconducting thin film thermometry for sub-2K superfluid helium systems. His passion for microfabrication led him to joining Prof. Quack’s Photonics Group at EPFL in 2019. Since then\, he has conducted research and development in nanotechnology\, both in the fields of superconducting thin film sensors (SNF Ambizione grant) and integrated photonics (ESA-funded projects). The latter research targets the seamless integration with high-volume-compatible fabrication techniques of non-volatile mechanisms onto standard photonic platforms\, aiming at offering a landscape of ultra-low power programmable photonics.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/hernan-furci/
LOCATION:EPFL Campus room MED 0 1418
CATEGORIES:Conference,eSpace Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250313T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250313T210000
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CREATED:20250307T080056Z
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SUMMARY:La durabilité spatiale – état des lieux et projets en cours à l’EPFL
DESCRIPTION:Pas un jour ne passe sans que nous utilisions les données spatiales : navigation\, prévisions météo\, et de plus en plus télécommunications\, surveillance\, observation du climat. Depuis quelques années\, l’accès à l’espace est de moins en moins cher\, le nombre de lancements et de satellites en orbite augmente de façon exponentiel. Avec cela\, les risques de collisions et explosions en orbite doivent être anticipés et gérés. Toutes ces activités induisent aussi plus d’impacts sur Terre\, y compris sur le dérèglement climatique.\nEn Août 2024\, un satellite de la constellation Starlink s’est désintégré après être réentré dans l’atmosphère après seulement 3 ans de vie\, et a été visible depuis le sol en Suisse. Cet exemple pose des questions sur la congestion des orbites terrestres\, les stratégies pour réduire les risques de débris spatiaux\, et les impacts (atmosphériques) du secteur spatial.\nLe centre spatial de l’EPFL conduit plusieurs projets couvrant la problématique des débris\, et des impacts environnementaux du secteur. Pour unifier les efforts du centre dans ce thème\, le Sustainable Space Hub (SSH) a été créer en 2023. Le hub connecte des projets individuels autour de trois piliers : mesurer\, comprendre\, agir. Cela inclut des projets d’analyse cycle de vie et éco-conception des futures systèmes spatiaux\, d’observation et caractérisation de la population des débris\, ou de soutien aux missions d’enlèvement de débris (active débris removal). Le centre mène aussi plusieurs initiatives\, par exemple pour un ciel non pollué pour les astronomes (dark and quiet skies)\, et conseille les politiques sur le sujet.\nAyant grandi à Villeneuve et avec de la famille originaire de Monthey\, Mathieu Udriot est très lié à la région du Chablais. Il est ingénieur systèmes au Space Center de l’EPFL depuis la fin de sa thèse de master à l’EPFL et participe activement à des projets de recherche pour l’ESA\, développant des outils logiciels pour une logistique spatiale durable. Il contribue également aux efforts éducatifs du Centre\, en enseignant l’ingénierie spatiale au niveau master et en dispensant des formations sur la durabilité de l’espace à des professionnels.\nEn dehors de ses engagements professionnels\, Mathieu est un des points de contact nationaux pour le Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) et est pompier volontaire.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/la-durabilite-spatiale-etat-des-lieux-et-projets-en-cours-a-lepfl/
LOCATION:Business School And Culture Générale De Monthey\, salle des Combles\, Av. de France 4\, Monthey\, Valais\, 1870\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250319T103153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T103750Z
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SUMMARY:La Chine sur Mars: la mission habitée qu'elle prépare\, par Par Philippe Coué (Académie Internationale d’Astronautique)
DESCRIPTION:Depuis le début du XXIe siècle\, la Chine a beaucoup progressé avec son programme de vol spatial habité. Elle exploite aujourd’hui une station spatiale (Tiangong-3) qui est occupée en permanence. Avant la fin de cette décennie\, la Chine enverra des taïkonautes sur la Lune ; des missions courtes précéderont\, en principe\, la construction d’une base permanente. Cette infrastructure servira de « tremplin » à des expéditions plus lointaines\, c’est-à-dire à des vols habités vers Mars. Cet objectif est devenu officiel en 2021 et semble avoir pris davantage de consistance depuis qu’Elon Musk aux Etats-Unis ne fait qu’en parler\, et fait suivre ses paroles par des actes. Le dernier en date est la récupération spectaculaire sur le pas de tir du premier étage de son lanceur géant Starship\, au mois d’octobre 2024. \nNous présenterons lors de cette intervention\, pour la première fois\, ce qui a pu être détecté au sujet de la version chinoise de l’Homme sur Mars et nous expliquerons pourquoi cet objectif est suivi.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/la-chine-sur-mars/
LOCATION:EPFL Campus room SV 1717
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250327T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250205T100728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T170350Z
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SUMMARY:Space Sustainability: Bridging Initiatives and Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:This collaborative one-and-a-half-day workshop is co-organized by the Secure World Foundation\, the EU COST network FOGOS\, and in partnership with the ITU\, the Swiss Foreign Affairs\, and the ERC project PlanetStewards. It will convene experts\, policymakers\, and social scientists to conduct a comprehensive analysis of existing space sustainability capacity-building initiatives. The event aims to evaluate current approaches\, identifying where they complement each other and where gaps exist while introducing fresh perspectives to advance the field. By bringing together diverse stakeholders\, the workshop seeks to strengthen the connection between theoretical frameworks and practical implementation in space sustainability. \nView the latest agenda HERE. \n	Registration deadline: March 16th\, 2025\n			\n							Get tickets
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/space-sustainability-bridging-initiatives-and-perspectives/
LOCATION:EPFL BC 420\, BC Bulding\, Rue Jean-Daniel-Colladon\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20241204T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T151537Z
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SUMMARY:9th European Conference on Space Debris
DESCRIPTION:Submission Deadline for Abstracts Extended: 22 Nov. 2024 \n			\n							Submit your abstract\n		\n	The EUROPEAN CONFERENCE ON SPACE DEBRIS is the largest dedicated gathering on the subject. Internationally renowned scientists\, engineers\, operators\, industry experts\, lawyers and policy makers meet here to discuss different aspects of space debris research\, including measurement techniques\, environment modelling theories\, risk analysis techniques\, protection designs\, mitigation & remediation\, as well linking with policy and regulation. \nThe 9th edition of this leading conference on space debris matters will provide a unique forum for information exchange\, technical discussions and networking between space debris researchers\, engineers & decision takers of industry\, policy makers & space lawyers\, insurance underwriters\, space & ground system operators\, institutional organizations (e.g. space agencies\, EU\, UN\, IAA\, COSPAR)\, academia\, and the defense sector. \n			\n							Register here!
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/9th-european-conference-on-space-debris/
LOCATION:World Conference Center\, Platz d. Vereinten Nationen 2\, Bonn\, 53113\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250416T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250122T143756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T142128Z
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SUMMARY:ESA’s Concurrent Design Facility\, an essential tool for studying future space missions
DESCRIPTION:ESA’s Concurrent Design Facility (CDF) has now been operating for over 25 years\, contributing to many of ESA’s flagship missions. This webinar aims to introduce you to the concurrent engineering approach and how it can help streamline the initial design phase of space missions. Follow the presentation\, for an insider’s perspective from an ESA trainee and explore how the CDF is contributing to future missions. \nHaving graduated from Delft University of Technology with a MSc in Aerospace Engineering\, Justin Bourgois has worked for two years as a Systems Engineering trainee at ESA’s Concurrent Design Facility\, contributing to the early phase design of many of ESA’s future mission candidates\, ranging from CubeSat missions to Medium Class Science missions and Mars Exploration missions.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/justin-bourgois/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Conference,eSpace Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20241209T170215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T170215Z
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SUMMARY:Space Resources Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Call for abstracts is open until 8 January 2025\, 23:30 (GMT +1)\n	Space Resources Week is hosted annually in Luxembourg\, organized by the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC)\, in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA)\, the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) and the Luxembourg Institute for Science and Technology (LIST). \nWe bring together space agencies\, business leaders\, researchers and early-stage ventures. The event\, like the subject\, is truly multidisciplinary\, addressing the science\, technology\, economic\, legal and regulatory aspects of space resources. \nWe are united by a shared vision: Towards the sustainable and responsible use of space resources for our future in space and on Earth. How we get there remains an open discussion. In this edition of Space Resources Week\, we are interested in actions for the next 5 years and near-term priorities that will enable the realization of space resource utilization. In the coming years\, we need to map resources\, plan future architectures for and with space resources and develop roadmaps for translating ground-based research into space technology. \n			\n							Submit your abstract
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/space-resources-week-2025/
LOCATION:European Convention Center\, 4 Pl. de l'Europe\, Neudorf-Weimershof\, 1499\, Luxembourg
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250521T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250409T154400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T131230Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Space Hub Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 21 at 12:30 pm on the EPFL campus\, BM 5202\, for the Sustainable Space Hub’s now-famous “coffee & cookies” session! \nOn the agenda: \n– A summary and conclusions of the ESA space debris conference (~20min)\n– Announcement and presentation of the SSH and ESC student projects open for autumn 2025
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/sustainable-space-hub-coffee-mai2025/
LOCATION:EPFL BM 5202
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250225T134548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T162837Z
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SUMMARY:Space Community Days 2025
DESCRIPTION:2-day event of value-added exchanges and opportunities in the space field. Practical and useful insights for space industries and newcomers in the domain. \n! This event is dedicated to Swiss organisations with invited international speakers ! \nThe event will be held at the SwissTech Convention Center on May 26-27 and will offer: \n\nPresentations over 2 days: the agenda might be subject to minor changes.\nPhysical Face-2-Face (B2B) meeting sessions\nCelebration of the 50th anniversary of ESA on Monday evening from 4:30 to 7:00. Wanna participate? Simply register yourself on this platform\, no need to do it separately!  \n\nThe Space Community Days 2025 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 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 and panels. \nOur goal for these two days is for every participant\, regardless of their sector in the space community\, to leave with a key action they can immediately apply in their daily work. \nIn parallel of the Space Community Days\, we are honored to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the European Space Agency (ESA) on the opening evening – May 26\, 2025. Organized by Space Exchange Switzerland under the mandate of SEFRI\, this event highlights Switzerland’s engagement in the space domain. The celebration will take place at the SwissTech Convention Center in Lausanne\, gathering 1’700 participants\, including space industry professionals\, students\, institutions\, and the large public. Distinguished guests\, such as ESA Director General\, Parmelin and Anna Fontcuberta i Morral\, will also be in attendance. Once again if you want to join us at this celebration.\nNote that our event will be filmed and photographed. If you don’t want to be pictured\, please let us know before!\nThe second day will focus on the presentation of space for business\, following by an engaging afternoon session on Swiss tools designed to support your success. \nYou can optimise your attendance by using this platform in order to book your B2B (1:1) meetings with other participants\, including the speakers\, at your convenience. \nThe Swiss Space Office is organising this event with the collaboration of Space Exchange Switzerland. \n			\n							Register here
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/space-community-days/
LOCATION:Swisstech Convention Center\, Quartier Nord EPFL\, Route Louis-Favre 2\, Ecublens\, Vaud\, 1024\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250526T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250311T132310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T132733Z
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SUMMARY:ESA 50 Year Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Science\, Exploration\, Inspiration\nIlluminate Europe’s sky! \nOn the Monday 26th of May Space Exchange Switzerland (funded by the Swiss Space Office of the SEFRI)  is very fortunate to host the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the ESA Convention in Lausanne. In 2025\, the 50th anniversary of the signature of the ESA Convention (30 May 1975) provides the opportunity to reflect not only on ESA’s past achievements\, but also on its future perspectives. Come and join us for this celebration! It will be a wonderful opportunity to discover ESA’s past and future achievements\, you will meet major space actors like Josef Aeschbacher and our new Swiss Astronaut Marco Sieber. We have the honor of having Guy Parmelin\, Federal Councillor\, address the audience with a brief opening. Hear what the General Director of ESA-Josef Aeschbacher has to say about ESA’s 2040 vision and listen to exciting interventions about Science\, Exploration and Inspiration in space. Small interludes by the Swiss-led troupe The Blackouts will add a special light to the event. \nThis event is open to everyone and free of charge. Registration is mandatory. If you cannot attend\, please cancel your participation by writing an e-mail to info@space-exchange.ch so that we can give your seat to somebody else. \nEVENT IN ENGLISH ONLY. \n			\n							Register here
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/esa-50-year-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Swisstech Convention Center\, Quartier Nord EPFL\, Route Louis-Favre 2\, Ecublens\, Vaud\, 1024\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250527T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250425T093330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T122808Z
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SUMMARY:Towards a Sustainable Space: Addressing the Challenges of the Final Frontier
DESCRIPTION:View Slides\n		\n			\nSustainability Series with Christophe Bonnal\, Space Debris and Launcher Expert\, MaiaSpace \nSummary of his talk: “Anything that goes up will eventually come down… In the case of launchers and satellites in Low Earth Orbit\, this means returning to Earth through an atmospheric reentry at very high velocity. This generates high heat fluxes\, partially ‘melting’ the objects. Typically\, about 20% survive reentry and pose a risk to people on the ground; however\, the remaining 80% will stay in the upper atmosphere for some time\, leading to unwanted disruptions to the ozone layer and contributing to greenhouse gas effects. How can we solve this dilemma-putting people at risk or damaging the atmosphere?” \nProgramme \n06:00pm: Doors open \n06:30pm: Welcome address by Emmanuelle David\, Executive Director\, EPFL Space Center \n06:40pm: Presentation by Christophe Bonnal \n07:10pm: Round table moderated by the Science Journalist Olivier Dessibourg with: \n\nChristophe Bonnal\nDr Susmita Mohanty\nSpaceship Designer\, Serial Space Entrepreneur and Climate Action Advocate\nProf. Athanasios Nenes\nFull Professor\, Laboratory of Atmospheric Processes and their Impacts\, EPFL\nLiesbeth Casier\nLead\, Public Procurement and Sustainable Infrastructure and Coordinator of the NBI Global Resource Centre at the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD).\n\n07:40pm: Q&A moderated by Olivier Dessibourg \n8:00pm: Aperitif networking \n			\n							Register here (free)
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/towards-a-sustainable-space-addressing-the-challenges-of-the-final-frontier/
LOCATION:Rolex Learning Center\, RLC E1 240\, EPFL Route Cantonale\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250602T090238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T150133Z
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SUMMARY:PRODEX Matchmaking Day
DESCRIPTION:Programme\n\n09:00 Registration\n09:30 Introduction (SSO)\n10:00 Who’s Who (all\, moderated by SSO)\n10:20 Presentations by participants (all)\n11:00 Break\n11:15 Presentations by participants (all)\n12:30 Small sandwich lunch\, organized by SSO\n13:30 – 17:00 Bilateral meetings (on request)\n\n Registration
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/prodex-matchmaking-day/
LOCATION:State Secretariat for Education\, Research and Innovation SERI\, Einsteinstrasse 2\, Bern\, CH-3003\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20241209T171101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T073729Z
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SUMMARY:EUCASS 2025 - 11th European Conference for Aerospace Sciences
DESCRIPTION:EUCASS\, the European Conference for AeroSpace Sciences\, was created by European scientists and engineers to improve the vitality of their scientific communication\, the quality of their technical activities and to stimulate exchanges between researchers and industry end-users worldwide. On July 6th\, 2006\, it became an International non-profit association under Belgian law. It is a member of the International Astronautical Federation. \nEUCASS is a long-overdue initiative inspired from the “AIAA SciTech Forum” held annually in the USA. Its aim is to provide a unique and attractive forum for all aerospace research players on the European continent\, only a few hours from home. \n Register here
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/eucass-2025-11th-european-conference-for-aerospace-sciences/
LOCATION:Congress Center Auditorium della Tecnica\, Viale Umberto Tupini\, 65 - Viale dell’Astronomia\, 30\, Rome\, 00144\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250602T090223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T064959Z
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SUMMARY:12th International Conference on Life Cycle Management
DESCRIPTION:The LCM (Life Cycle Management) Conference Series is one of the world’s leading forums for environmental\, economic and social sustainability. \nThe focus is on practical solutions for the implementation of life cycle approaches into strategic and operational decision-making\, whether in science\, industry\, NGOs or public institutions. \nOrganized every two years\, one central goal of the LCM Conference Series is to bring together practitioners and academia. \nLCM 2025 will be organized under the theme “Global to Local”\, setting the stage for showcasing methods\, tools and best practices for an efficient and effective sustainable transition. LCM 2025 seeks to operationalize the concept of participatory approach in sustainability by providing a vast number of topics that resonate with stakeholders at various geographical\, political\, socio-economic and professional standpoints. The ultimate objective is to support ongoing discussions towards a sustainable future while strengthening the case for business. \nRegistration deadline: June 15 \n			\n							More info and registration
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/12th-international-conference-on-life-cycle-management/
LOCATION:Lumsa University\, Palermo\, Via Filippo Parlatore\, 65\, Palermo\, 90145\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250916T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250821T134958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T153630Z
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SUMMARY:Minor in Space Technologies Pizza Party & Info Session 🍕
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the Minor? Come join us for a fun and informative evening where you’ll get a concrete overview of the courses\, meet cool people\, and enjoy some delicious pizza. \n When? Tuesday\, September 16\, 5:00 PM \n Where? Room BC 420\, EPFL Campus \nWhat’s on the menu (besides pizza)? \n\nWelcome remarks – Prof. Andreas Burg\nIntro by Emmanuelle David and Mathieu Udriot from the EPFL Space Center\, also course coordinators\nSpecial guest talk by Claude Nicollier\, astronaut and program lecturer\nLightening talks from alumni sharing their experiences\nAward ceremony for the ClearSpace Prize\nPizza\, drinks & networking to wrap things up!\n\nFree event / limited spots / registration required: \n			\n							Register
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/minor-in-space-technologies-pizza-party-info-session-%f0%9f%8d%95/
LOCATION:EPFL BC 420\, BC Bulding\, Rue Jean-Daniel-Colladon\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Information session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250821T142243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T142243Z
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SUMMARY:European Space Mechanisms and Tribology Symposium (ESMATS 2025)
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome the 21st edition of the European Space Mechanisms and Tribology Symposium (ESMATS) to EPFL! \nDates: 24-26 September 2025\nLocation: SwissTech Convention Center\, Lausanne\nOrganized in collaboration with ESA\, CSEM and Almatech\, ESMATS 2025 will bring together engineers\, researchers\, and space industry professionals from across Europe to exchange the latest advances in space mechanisms and tribology. \nAs a tradition\, prior to the conference\, specialized training courses will also offer attendees the opportunity to enhance expertise in targeted areas of mechanism and tribology. \nFor programme details and registrations\, visit esmats.eu/lausanne.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/european-space-mechanisms-and-tribology-symposium-esmats-2025/
LOCATION:Swisstech Convention Center\, Quartier Nord EPFL\, Route Louis-Favre 2\, Ecublens\, Vaud\, 1024\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250624T063959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T070442Z
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SUMMARY:IAC 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 76th International Astronautical Congress is coming to Sydney\, Australia\, from 29 September-3 October2025. This world premier space event brings together global space experts\, industry leaders\, researchers\, and policymakers for an unforgettable week of cutting-edge discussions\, networking\, and innovation. \n			\n							More info and registration
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/iac-2025/
LOCATION:International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney)\, 14 Darling Drive\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250702T081412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T092929Z
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SUMMARY:NASA Space Apps Challenge - Switzerland 2025
DESCRIPTION:The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is a global hackathon for coders\, scientists\, designers\, storytellers\, makers\, builders\, technologists\, and space enthusiasts. In Switzerland\, tech-driven apps addressing climate studies\, space flight\, and ISS-related research will be created.\nNASA Space Apps Challenge has been taking place in Switzerland since 2024\, when the team in Zurich organised the country’s very first edition online (view LinkedIn profile).\nWe are excited that Lucerne is joining this year\, making the initiative truly national.\nMachine Learning and AI will be integrated and leveraged to ensure technology remains at the forefront of all developments.\n			\n							More info
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/nasa-space-apps-challenge-switzerland-2025/
LOCATION:Technopark Luzern\, Platz 4\, Luzern\, 6039 Root D4\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:hackathon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251013T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20251002T112024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T114505Z
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Space Sustainability Continuing Education Course – Third Edition 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER  \nInfo session objective: This session will provide a high-level overview of what Space Sustainability means: understand how can we secure the long-term usability of space and\, how can we design and operate missions and space businesses with a keen focus on sustainability. \nTarget audience: Space stakeholders (engineers\, scientists\, non technical managers\, policy practitioners etc)\, active in space agencies\, aerospace industries or related fields and concerned about preserving the sustainability and safety of the space environment in the long-term \nLearn more about the course and and how to sign up here.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/information-session-space-sustainability-continuing-education-course-second-edition-2026/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Education for professionals,Information session,Space Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251014T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20250924T130109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T114011Z
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SUMMARY:6th Sustainable Space Hub Coffee: Summer 2025 space sustainability conferences recap
DESCRIPTION:For this 6th edition of the SSH Coffee\, our team will share key takeaways from three ESA conferences held in September 2025\, where we participated as engineers and scientists from the EPFL Space Center: \n\nESA Space Safety ISAM Days\nEcodesign Days 2025\nAtmospheric Impacts of Spacecraft Launch and Re-entry workshop\n\nAgenda: \n12:30 – Welcome\, coffee\, cookies & networking \n13:00 – Conference highlights & key outcomes \n13:45 – Q&A and open discussion \n  \nWe look forward to seeing many of you there and having an engaging conversation on the latest in space sustainability! \n  \nThe Sustainable Space Hub Team
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/6th-sustainable-space-hub-coffee-summer-2025-space-sustainability-conferences-recap/
LOCATION:EPFL BC 410\, EPFL - BC 410\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference,SSH coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251210T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20251106T094938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T074644Z
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SUMMARY:7th Sustainable Space Hub Coffee: student projects proposed for the spring semester
DESCRIPTION:The main objective of this SSH Coffee is to announce the student projects that we will offer for the upcoming spring semester. \nAgenda:\n12:30 – Welcome\, coffee\, cookies & networking13:00 – Summary of recent events and news about space sustainability (MCV2025\, EcoDeltaV spinoff)13:15 –  Announcement of open student projects for spring (semester projects\, master’s theses\, industry internships)13:45 – Q&A and open discussion\nAnd of course\, the now-famous cookies\, baked with love by Marnix Verkammen! \nWe look forward to seeing you\, and having a coffee together!
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/7th-sustainable-space-hub-coffee/
LOCATION:EPFL PPB 019
CATEGORIES:Conference,SSH coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260216T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260204T084200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T084200Z
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SUMMARY:Aux frontières du cosmos: plongée au coeur des révolutions qui ont façonné l’histoire de l’astrophysique
DESCRIPTION:“Aux frontières du cosmos: plongée au coeur des révolutions qui ont façonné l’histoire de l’astrophysique” \nProgramme \n\n12h45 ouverture des portes\n13h00 introduction par Grégoire Bourban\, responsable de Space eXchange Switzerland\n13h10 présentation par Ersilia Vaudo\n13h30 discussion avec le prof. Jean-Paul Kneib\, Directeur académique de l’EPFL Space Center\n13h50 Q&A avec le public\n14h00 vente et signature du livre\n\nPrésentation \nDe la chute d’une pomme à l’empreinte d’un robot sur une comète\, « Aux frontières du cosmos » (Quanto) retrace les moments clés où l’humanité a percé le voile du ciel.\nAvec la précision d’une scientifique et la grâce d’une narratrice\, Ersilia Vaudo nous fait revivre les découvertes fondatrices de l’astrophysique : la gravitation universelle de Newton\, la vitesse absolue de la lumière selon Einstein\, l’expansion de l’Univers révélée par Hubble\, l’existence de l’antimatière\, et les mystères encore irrésolus du cosmos. L’astrophysicienne de formation nous rappelle que les révolutions scientifiques ne sont pas seulement des sauts intellectuels : ce sont des pas vers l’inconnu\, des secousses du réel qui nous permettent\, à chaque fois\, de mieux comprendre ce monde auquel nous appartenons. Elle sera à l’EPFL le lundi 16 février pour présenter ses recherches\, son livre et son parcours.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/aux-frontieres-du-cosmos-plongee-au-coeur-des-revolutions-qui-ont-faconne-lhistoire-de-lastrophysique/
LOCATION:EPFL Campus room RLC E1 240
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260128T144253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T144432Z
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SUMMARY:Quantum Sensing for Space Workshop: Commercialization & High-Impact Applications
DESCRIPTION:Engage with and benefit from exchanges with academia\, industry\, and public agencies. \nThemes: \n\nWhat are the high-impact use cases of quantum sensor technologies in space?\nHow can they be commercialised?\nHow can Switzerland and Europe make them a reality?\n\nREGISTRATION
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/quantum-sensing-for-space-workshop-commercialization-high-impact-applications/
LOCATION:Park Innovaare\, Parkstrasse 1\, Villigen\, 5234\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:European Space Agency,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260225T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260225T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260210T102135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T081005Z
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SUMMARY:EPFL Space Center - Seminar series: Surviving on Mars
DESCRIPTION:EPFL Space Center Seminar series\nSURVIVING ON MARS\nFuture human missions to the Moon or Mars require sustainable life support systems that can provide oxygen\, water\, and food with minimal reliance on Earth. \nUnlike the ISS\, these missions will face longer durations and greater distances\, demanding far more autonomous systems. Integrating biological components\, especially food-producing systems\, is a key challenge and opportunity. Microalgae are promising candidates due to their high photosynthetic efficiency\, nutritional value\, and contribution to oxygen and water recycling. Current research explores whether ISS technologies can be adapted for deep-space missions and what innovations are needed. A central question remains whether astronauts will rely on stored food or grow their own\, maybe with algae as part of the menu? \nProf. Gisela Detrell‘s field of research is the development of technologies to enable human spaceflight\, with special focus on Life Support Systems Technologies (specially on the use of microalgae photobioreactors for oxygen and food production for long duration missions)\, human spaceflight simulation (for example with conceptual design studies of future human spaceflight missions to the Moon or Mars) and human spaceflight performance (for example with the development of Virtual Reality tools\, to develop and improve training strategies). \nProf. Detrell studied Aerospace Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and completed her doctorate in Life Support Systems reliability analysis for long duration space missions at the University of Stuttgart (Germany) and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia in 2015. She continued her research at the Institute of Space Systems in Stuttgart\, leading the research group since 2018. In 2023 Prof. Detrell was appointed to the professorship for Human Spaceflight Technology at TUM.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/epfl-space-center-seminar-series-surviving-on-mars/
LOCATION:EPFL Campus room CM010\, EPFL\, Lausanne\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:eSpace Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260310T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260213T095332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T130014Z
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SUMMARY:ESDI Workshop: Space x Data
DESCRIPTION:ESA’s European Space Deep-Tech Innovation Centre (ESA’s first office in Switzerland) is bridging Swiss scientific excellence with commercial relevance. One approach for this is to host ambitious\, use-driven research programs in the topics of quantum\, materials\, and data science for space. \nWith the quantum-themed program running and the materials project selection completed\, the focus is now on developing an exciting program around the still very broad topic of “Space x Data”. To narrow the scope and to ensure this upcoming program supports ambitious technological challenges where Swiss and European excellence can shine\, the input of the scientific community is invaluable. \nJoin us to learn more about ESDI and its “Phi-Lab” research program platform and how you can help shape the scope of a multi-million-funded program and increase the chances of your most exciting topics to be represented in the call later this year. \n\nAGENDA:\n10:30-12:00 – Workshop with Jennifer Wadsworth (places are limited – registration mandatory) – EPFL AI Center – Room ELE 117 \n12:00-13:00 – Lunch break (no lunch will be provided\, participants are welcome to go on campus for lunch) \n13:00-15:00 – 1:1 meetings with Jennifer Wadsworth (20 minute slots – upon registration only\, only 6 slots available – first come first served) \n			\n							REGISTRATION
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/space-x-data/
LOCATION:ELE117\, EPFL
CATEGORIES:Call for proposals,Symposium,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260312T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260211T140140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T081609Z
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SUMMARY:8th Sustainable Space Hub Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, 12 March 2026\n12:30-14:00\nEPFL Campus\, PPB 019\n  \nJoin us for the 8th edition of the Sustainable Space Hub (SSH) Coffee\, an opportunity to connect with the community and explore the latest developments in space sustainability. \nWe are delighted to welcome Prof. Véronique Michaud\, who will present the SLICE doctoral network. The hiring process for the PhDs in SLICE is currently open. SLICE investigates the environmental and climate impacts of space launch systems\, advancing research on emissions\, atmospheric interactions\, and sustainable design. The project provides essential insights to support European policymaking and trains a new generation of researchers committed to shaping a more sustainable future for space transportation.\nThe call for PhD positions within SLICE is currently open!\nDuring the event\, we will also announce this semester’s ClearSpace Prize winner. The prize will be awarded by Jacques Viertl\, Managing Director of ClearSpace.\nThe ClearSpace Prize recognizes an EPFL student whose semester project or Master’s thesis demonstrates excellence and makes a significant scientific or technical contribution to the field of space sustainability.\n  \nAgenda \n12:30 – Welcome\, coffee\, cookies & networking\n13:00 – ClearSpace Prize announcement\n13:10 – SLICE presentation by Prof. Véronique Michaud\n13:45 – Q&A and open discussion\nWe look forward to welcoming you for an engaging discussion and informal networking around the latest advances in sustainable space activities. \n  \nMore information: \nSLICE Doctoral network: https://slice-dn.eu/\nClearSpace Prize: https://espace.epfl.ch/education/student-projects/clearspace-prize/
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/7th-sustainable-space-hub-coffee-2/
LOCATION:EPFL PPB 019
CATEGORIES:Conference,SSH coffee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260331T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260331T141500
DTSTAMP:20260426T230011
CREATED:20260312T134912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134912Z
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SUMMARY:EPFL Space Center – Seminar series: Exploring the Uncommon for the Common Good – Space Biology\, Medicine and Technology
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, 31 March 2026\n13:00-14:15\nEPFL Campus\, room BC 420\nOnline: zoom link\n\nA presentation by the Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA)\nThe Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA) is an alliance born in 2024 from 11 large space and aviation institutions across two countries\, including a Civil Research Flight Facility with aircraft handling and operations. Connected to the Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich in Dübendorf\, it forms an end-to-end ecosystem for space research and technology operations. \n  \nOverview of the Presentation\nOliver Ullrich will introduce the CSA and its institutional foundations. \nMarcel Egli will cover the major physiological changes in the human body under microgravity\, highlight related research conducted at partner institutions\, and introduce the newly established ESA ground-based facility SHARF\, dedicated to space farming research. He will also describe the ESA User Support and Operations Centre BIOTESC and its role in enabling scientific activities aboard the International Space Station. \nCora Thiel will present how human cells can sense and adapt to changes in gravity within seconds\, pointing to a possible “genomic code of gravity.” She will also highlight her research on patient-derived organoids in microgravity\, which enabled the first scalable production process for functional human tissues in space – with strong potential for translational and personalized medicine. \nLorenz Herrmann will give an overview of space-related research activities at Empa\, closing with an outlook on future collaboration opportunities based on Empa’s core competences. \n  \nAbout the Presenters\nProf. Dr. Marcel Egli serves as Head of the Institute of Medical Engineering at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and of the National Center for Biomedical Research in Space at the University of Zurich. He directs ESA’s User Support and Operations Centre BIOTESC and leads the ESA ground-based facility SHARF\, an analogue platform dedicated to research in space farming and bioregenerative life-support systems. His scientific work focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of mechanosensation under microgravity conditions\, employing platforms including parabolic flight campaigns\, sounding rockets\, and the International Space Station. \nDr. Cora Thiel is Vice Director at the University of Zurich’s Institute of Aerospace Medicine and Director of International Relations at the CSA. Her expertise spans cell and molecular biology\, neuroscience\, immunology\, and gravitational biology. She serves on several national and international boards\, is an elected Academician of the International Academy of Astronautics\, and a board member of the Swiss SkyLab Foundation. With 18 years of experience in parabolic flight\, suborbital rocket\, and ISS missions\, she has also served as an ESA Astronaut Candidate\, a Mars analogue astronaut\, and the first female parabolic flight instructor. She led the UZH-Airbus project “3D Organoids in Space.” \nDr. Lorenz Herrmann has been Head of the Department of Advanced Materials and Surfaces at Empa and a member of Empa’s directorate since 2022. He studied physics at the University of Regensburg and the École Normale Supérieure in Paris\, completing a binational PhD in solid state physics in 2010. After joining ABB Corporate Research\, he worked as scientist\, group leader\, and department head on technology development projects. His personal research field is material development and characterization for electrical engineering applications. \nProf. Dr. Dr. Oliver Ullrich is Full Professor of Aerospace Medicine and Director of the Institute of Aerospace Medicine at the University of Zurich\, as well as Chairman of the Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein. A physician and biochemist specialized in anatomy\, cell biology\, immunology\, and aerospace medicine\, he also holds a post-graduate diploma in Theology from the Pontifical Lateran University. He is Ambassador of the Greater Zurich Area\, an active supporter of entrepreneurship and public-private partnerships\, and the initiator of the Swiss Parabolic Flight program. He has received numerous national and international research and teaching awards\, including the International Academy of Astronautics Award for the Life Sciences.
URL:https://espace.epfl.ch/event/epfl-space-center-seminar-series-exploring-the-uncommon-for-the-common-good-space-biology-medicine-and-technology/
LOCATION:EPFL BC 420\, BC Bulding\, Rue Jean-Daniel-Colladon\, Lausanne\, Vaud\, 1015\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conference,eSpace Seminars,Webinar
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