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SUMMARY:Space Symposium (41st)
DESCRIPTION:De facto global gathering of civil\, commercial\, and defense space leaders shaping international markets and policy.
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-symposium-41st/
LOCATION:DC
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SUMMARY:2nd International Conference on Gravitation\, Astrophysics and Cosmology
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the 2nd International Conference on Gravitation\, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC2026)\, which will be held from April 16–18\, 2026\, in Paris\, France. ICGAC2026 aims to bring together leading researchers\, scientists\, and students from around the world to share the latest advancements and research findings in the fields of gravitation\, astrophysics\, and cosmology. The conference will feature keynote talks by renowned experts\, sessions on cutting-edge topics such as Gravitation Physics and Lensing\, Applied Relativity\, Solar and Stellar Physics\, Applied Physics\, and Neutrino Cosmology\, as well as opportunities for networking and collaboration. With a vibrant mix of academic and industry perspectives\, this event offers a unique platform for insightful discussions\, new partnerships\, and the exchange of groundbreaking ideas. Join us in Paris to be part of an engaging scientific experience and contribute to shaping the future of astrophysical research.\n\n 
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/2nd-international-conference-on-gravitation-astrophysics-and-cosmology/
LOCATION:Paris\, France\, Paris\, France\, Paris\, NY\, 70123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:NewSpace Africa Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Themed Inclusive Growth: Expanding Space Benefits to All Africans\, the NewSpace Africa Conference 2026 is gathering Africa’s space industry — government agencies\, NewSpace companies\, investors\, continental institutions\, research bodies\, and development partners — in a shared conference to drive the next wave of inclusive space-driven development across the continent. Organised by Space in Africa and the African Space Agency and hosted by the Gabonese Agency for Space Studies and Observations\, the conference is set to be held in Libreville\, Gabon for 29th to 23rd April 2026.What to Expect?1. Pan-African leadership and policy access: Engage directly with ministers\, heads of national space agencies\, and regulators defining Africa’s space trajectory.2. Extensive product exhibition: Showcase your innovations\, explore partnerships\, and capitalise on matchmaking sessions tailored for commercialisation and strategic co-development.3. Robust\, actionable content tracks: From satellite connectivity and EO to space-enabled sectors\, sessions are grounded in African contexts and real-world needs.4. Visibility and credibility: Position your organisation before continental media\, development partners\, donors\, and new audiences across Africa’s space ecosystem.5. Plenary and policy discussions: High-level strategy\, alignment\, and African continental cooperation.Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open. Early-bird rates available until November 30\, 2025. Media professionals and journalists may apply for media accreditation to gain full access\, interview privileges\, and press facilities.
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/newspace-africa-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Libreville\, Gabon\, Zone Economique Spéciale de Nkok Parcelle n° R27 - PK27\, Libreville\, Estuaire 3850\, 3850\, Gabon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Space in Africa":MAILTO:info@spaceinafrica.com
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SUMMARY:NASA’s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium 2026 Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NASA’s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium 2026 Spring Meeting will take place on April 28 at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center in Washington\, DC; and on April 29-30 at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory’s Kossiakoff Center in Laurel\, Maryland.\n\nWith the theme “Accelerate the Pace: Touch Down\, Power Up\, Explore!”\, the LSIC Spring meeting will echo the nation’s imperative for an immediate and lasting presence on the Moon\, underscoring the urgency for lunar infrastructure technology efforts and inviting collaboration between NASA\, government\, industry\, and academia on how we can advance progress together.
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/nasas-lunar-surface-innovation-consortium-2026-spring-meeting/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Featured,Meetings,Networking,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="NASA%E2%80%99s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory":MAILTO:LSICMeetings@jhuapl.edu
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SUMMARY:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™
DESCRIPTION:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™ mobilizes leaders from across Arizona and beyond to shape the state’s space strategy.\n\nWe convene leaders from industry\, government\, academia\, entrepreneurship\, and investment to create a shared\, actionable blueprint for Arizona Space 2030. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough our Mobilization Method\, the Congress will co-create the Arizona Space Action Blueprint™—the acceleration framework for Arizona’s space leadership across: \n– technology– infrastructure– power systems– human frontiers
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/arizona-space-congress/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Conferences,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:taryn@azspacelab.com
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SUMMARY:Space Tank™ - Arizona Edition
DESCRIPTION:World Innovation Network Brings Space Tank™ Innovation Competition to Arizona Space Congress 2026\n\nNational space innovation competition launches statewide call for founders\, investors\, and industry leaders to accelerate Arizona’s growing space economy\n\n\nPHOENIX\, AZ and CAPE CANAVERAL\, FL — World Innovation Network (WIN) will bring Space Tank™\, its flagship innovation competition\, to the stage\, featuring both live presentations and select pre-recorded video submissions\, as the marquee finale of Arizona Space Congress™ on April 29\, 2026\, at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix. \n\nArizona Space Congress™ is the first-of-its-kind statewide call-to-action that mobilizes leaders from across industry\, government\, academia\, entrepreneurship\, and investment communities to align strategy and advance Arizona’s space ecosystem. Space Tank™: Arizona Edition will serve as the high-energy closing session designed to catalyze collaboration and accelerate innovation. \n\nPinnacle of the Congress – Space Tank™: Arizona Edition\n\nArizona Space Congress™ culminates in Space Tank™: Arizona Edition\, the live\, on-stage and virtual ASTROpreneurial collaboration-competition created and produced by Robert S. Katz\, CEO & Executive Director of World Innovation Network (WIN). As the only non-profit\, international non-governmental organization (NGO) space think tank\, WIN assembles architects and advocates to activate space innovation ecosystems. With over 360 global collaborators\, including the United States Space Force and the NASA International Space Apps Challenge\, WIN spearheads the SOLUTIONneering™ of game-changing breakthroughs addressing the most critical Earth imperatives.\n\nSpace Tank™ – Where Ambition Meets Activation\n\nRenowned as “Shark Tank at Ludicrous Light-Speed\,” this rocket-fueled super-session propels an elite crew of ASTROpreneurs into the space spotlight. These visionary founders go head-to-head\, unveiling disruptive\, dual-use breakthroughs to a “Launch Control” panel of industry titans\, orbital experts\, and strategic investors. Inside this high-stakes gauntlet\, bold solutions fuse with the coaching\, community\, collaboration\, capital\, and creativity needed for the safety and security of our final frontier. \n\nFeatured Tech-Targets include:\n\n 	Satellites & Sensing\n 	Propulsion & Power\n 	Robotics & Autonomy\n 	Space & Earth Infrastructure\n\nJoin the Mission: Call for ASTROpreneurs\n\nReflecting its prime principle that There’s a Place\, In Space\, For every Face\, Space Tank™ warmly welcomes ASTROpreneurs from every background\, every level\, and every mission readiness stage.  Whether igniting their first ScienceFICTION spark to scaling their full ScienceFACTION breakthroughs\, we invite everyone’s napkins\, mock-ups\, and payloads on stage.\n\nUniversities\, corporations\, investors\, incubators/accelerators\, and all other Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) are invited to partner by nominating their entrepreneurial teams with “The Right Stuff” to represent them within the arena.\n\nTo boost broad participation\, Robert S. Katz will host a series of optional Space Tank™: Mission Readiness Pre-Briefings for prospective partners and presenters\, including potential mentors\, advisors\, coaches\, and judges. Please find details and registration at win.ngo/az.\n\nSpace Tank™ Applications Now Open – Apply by April 8\, 2026\n\nAll founders and partners are encouraged to apply: win.ngo/az. Selected teams and judges will be invited by April 10\, 2026 to present at Arizona Space Congress™ on April 29\, 2026\, with complimentary full-access registration. Presentations will feature both live and select pre-recorded video submissions\, therefore applicants are welcome to apply whether attending in person or virtually.\n\nState Awards & National Advancement\n\nFounders compete for the inaugural Arizona Space Congress™ Innovation Impact Medal\, a hallmark of excellence and recognition\, which will be awarded at the Supernova Gala. Space Rising prides itself on accelerating access to priceless support across Arizona’s rich statewide ecosystem\, ensuring every innovator continues to soar well beyond the stage. The top ASTROpreneurial Team advances to the Space Tank™: National Final Championship on December 4 – 6\, 2026\, at EarthLight Foundation’s New Worlds Faire in Houston\, featuring planned programming with NASA Johnson Space Center.\n\nArizona Space 2030: The Growth Framework\n\nSpace Tank™ supports Arizona Space 2030\, where the community builds on insights and momentum from the Arizona Space Congress™ by solving core challenges in human frontiers\, technology\, infrastructure\, and power systems. Arizona Space 2030 asks:\n\n What must Arizona do over the next four years to further advance as a leading space state?\n\nJoin us in shaping Arizona’s space future – register for the Arizona Space Congress™ and help turn bold ideas into decisive action. 
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-tank-arizona-edition/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:taryn@azspacelab.com
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SUMMARY:Supernova Gala
DESCRIPTION:Supernova Gala brings together leaders across the space ecosystem for an inspiring evening dedicated to the future of space. As a signature fundraising event\, it supports multiple space-focused STEM nonprofits\, investing in the next generation of space-ready talent.\n\nSilent Auction\nElevate our future workforce with every bid. Every dollar raised fuels space STEM programs.\n\nBeneficiaries \n• Higher Orbits\n• Space Force Association: Space Professional Society\n• Arizona Science Center
URL:https://spacenews.com/event/supernova-gala/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
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