Space Policy Institute

Welcome to SPI

The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs is a world leader in research, graduate study, and informed discussion related to issues of science, technology, and public policy. The Space Policy Institute celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2017. The Institute conducts research, offers graduate courses and organizes seminars, symposia, and conferences on topics related to domestic and international space policy. SPI is associated with the International Science and Technology Policy academic program, which leads to a Master of Arts degree at the Elliott School. The Institute operates within the Elliott School, but does so with support from The George Washington University as a whole, in addition to funding from a number of individual, corporate, foundation, and government sources. The Institute is directed by Dr. Scott Pace.

Article by Non-Resident Scholar Deganit Paikowsky on the Evolution of U.S. Space Politics

SPI non-resident scholar, Dr. Deganit Paikowsky, recently publish an article on the evolution of U.S. space politics from directing space programs to orchestrating an ecosystem. The full title is: “Exploration, exploitation, and expansion: A three-wave framework...

Published Article by SPI Alumni Elif Yüksel Titled: “Why Institutionalizing Space Diplomacy Should be a Pillar of Turkey’s Grand Strategy”

SPI alumni Elif Yüksel has had her article published in TurkeySource today on a request of collaboration from AtlanticCouncil. For the article, follow this link:...

Peer-Reviewed Article by SPI Contributor Takuya Wakimoto “Crisis in Space: Assessing Japan’s Legal Gaps in Space Emergency Response”

Takuya Wakimoto, SPI contributor, has had his peer-reviewed article “Crisis in Space: Assessing Japan’s Legal Gaps in Space Emergency Response,” publish in ScienceDirect. This paper explores the legal and institutional challenges in Japan’s space emergency response...

The Aerospace Corporation and The SPI will have a live debate on the Wolf Amendment

The Space Policy Institute, in partnership with The Aerospace Corporation Center for Space Policy and Strategy, invites you to join us for a live debate on “Should the Wolf Amendment be Repealed?” When: Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Where:...

Proposal for the Creation of a Brazilian Space Force by former SPI Visiting Scholar, Bruno Martini

Bruno Martini (former SPI visiting scholar) and Dr. Maria Célia Barbosa Reis da Silva, published a proposal for the creation of a Brazilian Space Force. The article represents the outcome of his research work done at SPI as a visiting scholar. Find the full proposal...

Dr. Scott Pace speaks at the Maryland Space Business Roundtable

Dr. Pace’s presentation, “Aligning U.S. Policies, Programs, and Budgets in Space,” offered a thought-provoking analysis of how the United States can strengthen its leadership in space. View the event page,...

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Contact:

1957 E St NW Suite 403

Washington, D.C. 20052

Phone: (202) 994-1592

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