Space issues
Broad political, social, medical, legal issues discussed in the space industry
Who is an Astronaut? Space Jobs in the Era of Frequent Space Travel
The frequency of space travel requires us to define and refer with greater precision the jobs needed in space over the following decades.
Round Pegs, Square Holes, And Human Behavior
Beyond survival, design thinking is at the core of our spacefaring experience, and it must become a mainstay of all conversations meant to empower us to do more in space.
Intergalactic, Planetary, Planetary, Another Dimension… Life
The recent report from the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine explains the ongoing debate in astrobiology about the distinction between a planet's organic alien life or the evolution of organisms brought by crewed missions - i.e., forward biological contamination.
What Space Can Teach Us About Representation and Robotics
Developing indigenous knowledge and regional expertise will harness the new space ecosystem.
The Learning Mindset Needed for Future Jobs in Space
The pace and breadth of the space economy will depend on our capacity to learn and innovate.
Reflections on Our Sustainability in Space
Space will increasingly demand us to extend beyond our limits and comfort zones. I wonder how humans and machines will evolve together?
The Need for Investing in Space R&D and Testing
R&D and in-space testing are two integral components for reliable space technologies and systems. Thus, their need will only increase as our missions evolve.
The Pursuit of Quantum Science and SETI
The applications that derive from quantum science and engineering will become increasingly relevant.
Space Startup Funding: Perspectives from CEOs and Co-Founders
Daniel and Yanina offered their insights for what worked for them thus far. These snippets of advice early in their paths may inspire other startup founders that may still be figuring it out.