Symposium on Space Nuclear Technology – Research and Development for Evolving Space Missions
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New Perspectives on China’s Approach to Emerging Technologies – March 7th, 2024
The Space Policy Institute co-hosted with the Institute for International Science & Technology Policy on March 7th for a discussion on New Perspectives on China’s Approach to Emerging Technologies.
ABOUT THE EVENT
China’s investment in emerging technologies with both civil and military applications has captured headlines around the world. From artificial intelligence to reusable spacecraft, Beijing intends to be a world leader in many of the technologies that have significant implications for military power and economic competitiveness. This panel featured three internationally recognized experts on China’s policies concerning space, cyber conflict, and artificial intelligence.
AGENDA
- 12:00 PM Opening Remarks from Professor Scott Pace, Director of SPI & IISTP
- 12:10 PM Panel discussion
- Professor Fiona Cunningham, University of Pennsylvania
- Professor Lincoln Hines, Georgia Tech
- Professor Jeffrey Ding, George Washington University
- Moderated by SPI Professor Aaron Bateman
Note: This event was a hybrid event: in-person & virtual event, see the recorded video below.
Space Seminar: Transatlantic Cooperation on Space Technology and Policy in the Arctic
On November 15 and 16 2023, the Space Policy Institute welcomed distinguished members of the US and Norwegian space communities to a seminar dedicated to transatlantic cooperation on space technology and policy in the Arctic region.
The two day-event offered a strategic outlook for the transatlantic partnership, including elements such as civil-military cooperation and dual use technologies, access to space as a strategic asset, and space exploration. Panelists shared success stories of international collaboration between Norway and the United states, both bilaterally and multilaterally under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Space and Geopolitical Perspectives on India’s Moon Landing
George Washington University – Elliott School of International Affairs South Asian Board will hold a fireside chat with Dr. Scott Pace, Director of Space Policy Institute, and Mr. Michael Kugelman, Wilson Center’s South Asia Institute Director, on India’s Moon Landing on August 23, 2023. Join us in an enlightening discussion.
On August 23, 2023, India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission landed on the moon. The success of this landing has been years in the making by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). The result of this hard work is a successful landing on the moon’s south pole, a first. India is only the fourth country to complete a successful, intact landing on the moon after the United States, the Soviet Union, and China.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, October 20th
3:30-4:30 PM
Lindner Family Commons, 6th Floor – Room 602
1957 E St NW, Washington, DC 20052
Refer to Space Policy Institute – News: August 31, 2023
The State of Space Policy and Activities in Germany
On September 15, 2023, the Space Policy Institute hosted Dr. Anna Christmann, the Coordinator for Aerospace Policy at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and member of the German Bundestag. Dr. Christmann presented the main points of the newest German space strategy.
For those who could not join the event in person, you can find the full presentation below:
Our Fragile Space: Protecting the Near-Space Environment
On September 12, 2023, the Space Policy Institute brought to the Elliott School of International Affairs the revered “Our Fragile Space” exhibition, by photographer and creative strategist Max Alexander.
The innaugural event of the exhibition included an introduction from award winning journalist and author Dr. Stuart Clark, followed by esteemed speakers Krystal Azelton, Director of Space Applications Programs at Secure World Foundation, and Dr. Scott Pace, Director of the Space Policy Institute.
Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) on U.S. Foreign Policy Visits Space Policy Institute
On July 24, the 2023 cohort of the Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) on U.S. Foreign Policy visited the Space Policy Institute at the Elliott School of International Affairs. A diverse and inclusive group of 16 scholars from 16 different nationalities (Bangladesh; Cameroon; Chile; China; Egypt; Georgia; Hungary; India; Kazakhstan; Malaysia; North Macedonia; Panama; Papua New Guinea; Peru; Poland/UAE; and, Turkey) was welcome for a lecture on “U.S. Foreign Policy and Outer Space” by Dr Bruno Reynaud de Sousa, Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the Space Policy Institute. Dr. de Sousa is also an alumnus of the SUSI exchange program on U.S. Foreign Policy (academic year 2020/2021).
This year is the first time space policy has been a highlight of the program. This particular U.S. Institute is hosted by the University of Delaware and coordinated by the Department of Political Science & International Relations at the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy & Administration. The program studies the formulation and implementation of contemporary U.S. foreign policy, including key players such as government branches, media, NGOs, and multilateral institutions. Topics covered include American sovereignty, globalism, foreign aid, trade policies, immigration, border safety, and cybersecurity.
U.S. Embassies manage the nomination of candidates and organize participants’ visa interviews and international travel to the United States. In some countries, candidates may also be selected by a binational Fulbright Commission. SUSIs are part of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs exchange programs aimed at improving teaching about the United States. Scholars from all over the world attend a six-week program that includes academic coursework, panel discussions, and educational tours in different regions of the U.S. (Source: https://exchanges.state.gov/
Public-Private Synergy in the Space Sector: Risks and Rewards
Public-Private Synergy in the Space Sector: Risks and Rewards
June 29, 2023 | 10:00AM-1:30PM
Event Recordings are available below:
Part 1
Part 2
Elliott School of International Affairs | Lindner Commons (Room 602, 6th Floor)
This will be a hybrid event. Please register for more information on how to access the event in-person or online.
Sponsored by the Space Policy Institute and Aerospace’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy
Schedule
10:00 Welcome: Scott Pace, Space Policy Institute
10:10 Keynote: Jim Bridenstine, former NASA Administrator
10:30 Panel 1: Learning from past public private collaboration efforts – successes and failures.
• Henry Hertzfeld, Space Policy Institute – moderator
• Patricia Cooper, President & Founder Constellation Advisory, LLC
• Brian D. Wessel, Attorney-Advisor, NASA Office of the General Counsel
• Moon Kim, NASA HQ – Agency Investment Analysis
• Diane Howard, UT Austin, School of Law Visiting Professor/Strauss Center for International Security and Law Non-resident Scholar
11:30 Lunch provided (40 mins)
12:10 Panel 2: Future: strategies for public private collaboration – navigating uncertainty and risk.
• Karen Jones, The Center for Space Policy and Strategy – moderator
• Tom Gillespie, Managing Partner, In-Q-Tel
• Chris Kunstadter, Global Head of Space, Axa – XL
• Jen Ross, Executive Consultant to SSC COMSO
• Kevin Pomfret, Attorney at Williams Mullen
1:10 Wrap Up: Jamie Morin, Executive Director, Center for Space Policy and Strategy
1:25 End
This will be a hybrid event; it’s open to the public and media and it will be recorded. Guests are welcome to join us in-person at 1957 E ST NW or online via Zoom. Please register for more information on accessing the event.
Science and Technology Diplomacy in the Context of the United States’ New Techno-Industrial Strategy
Science and Technology Diplomacy in the Context of the United States’ New Techno-Industrial Strategy
May 31, 2023 | 10:00AM-12:00PM EDT
This discussion is the second event in the GW Seminar Series on Science Diplomacy.
The event recording is now available.
About the Event
12:00PM: Welcome Remarks, Profess Aaron Bateman, Space Policy Institute, George Washington University
12:05PM: Keynote Speech, Seth Center, Deputy Special Envoy for Critical and Emerging Technology, US Department of State
12:30PM: Panel Discussion
- Jason Donovan, OES/STC Director, US Department of State
- Florent Bernard, Science Counselor, EU Delegation in Washington, DC
- Koji Aribayashi, S&T Counselor, Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC
- Kim Montgomery, Director of International Affairs and Science Diplomacy, AAAS
- Moderated by Scott Pace, Director Institute for International Science and Technology Policy and Space Policy Institute, George Washington University
This hybrid event is open to the media and the public and it will be recorded. Feel free to join us in-person at the Elliott School of International Affairs or online via Zoom.
Light breakfast will be provided.
Space Security in an Era of Rising Competition
Space Security in an Era of Rising Competition
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 | 6:30pm to 8pm
Elliott School of International Affairs | Lindner Commons
This event is sponsored by the Delta Phi Epsilon Professional Foreign Service Fraternity with the support of the Space Policy Institute.
The 21st century has seen the rapid growth of space technology and space-based actors, with more countries and commercial companies launching satellites and exploring the cosmos. However, this growth has brought new security challenges. Emerging space security threats – such as orbital debris, anti-satellite weapon testing, and cyberattacks – along with growing competition between the United States and China, are becoming increasingly prevalent.
To discuss these challenges and provide their thoughts on the future of space security, the Delta Phi Epsilon Foreign Service Fraternity, along with our co-sponsors, the Space Policy Institute of the Elliott School and the Onero Institute, is proud to present a panel of subject matter experts including the esteemed Ms. Kari Bingen (Director of the Aerospace Security Project at CSIS), Professor Aaron Bateman (Space Policy Institute at the Elliott School), and Dr. Brian Weeden (Director of Program Planning at Secure World Foundation).
Opening remarks for the event will be provided by Professor John Klein (Senior Fellow at Falcon Research), and the panel will be moderated by DPE President Yash Bajaj. It will take place on Wednesday, May 3rd at 6:30 pm ET in the Lindner Family Commons (Room 602) of the Elliott School.
