Thursday 17 October

Science & Academic Breakfast

  • Date: Thrusday 17 October 2024, 08:00 – 08:45 CEST
  • Location: Location: Tower Lounge, Level 2, South Wing, MiCo Convention Centre

Sponsored by:

Italy as the Launchpad for Space Careers

Sponsored by the Italian National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF), the IAC 2024 Science and Academic Breakfast aims at inspiring and stimulating the next generation through an overview of local opportunities for young space enthusiasts, followed by an engaging discussion organized by AIDAA between experts, students, and young professionals to share and exchange views on future space careers.

Welcome Remarks

Tanja MASSON-ZWAAN

Assistant Professor and Deputy Director of the International Institute of Air and Space Law (IIASL), Leiden University

Netherlands

Speakers

Andrea BIANCO

Senior Researcher, Brera Astronomical Observatory, Italian National Institute of Astrophysics (INAF)

Italy

Enrico ZAPPINO

Executive Project Manager IAC 2024, Associazione Italiana di Aeronautica e Astronautica (AIDAA)

Italy

Science & Academic Luncheon (Upon Invitation Only)

  • Date: Thrusday 17 October 2024, 12:30– 13:30 CEST
  • Location: Location: Tower Lounge, Level 2, South Wing, MiCo Convention Centre

Sponsored by:

2024 Humans In Space - From LEO to Moon and Beyond

Sponsored by Boryung, this Luncheon Keynote Session will highlight International Cooperation and Investment in Critical Space Infrastructure to enable Multiplanetary Human Life from LEO to the Moon and Beyond. Starting with an introduction of Boryung, a healthcare investment company in South Korea, with a vision to become an indispensable company to enable human presence in Space, will share its strategic cooperation with key LEO and Moon infrastructure companies: Axiom Space and Intuitive Machines.

Axiom Space, the company leading the development and operation of the world’s first commercial space station, will present its groundbreaking scientific advancements achieved through private human spaceflight missions, the AxEMU spacesuit, and its space station initiatives. The keynote will provide insights into how Axiom is shaping the future of space exploration and microgravity research, highlighting the technological innovations and scientific breakthroughs that drive its success in the rapidly growing space economy.

Intuitive Machines, a pioneering company dedicated to expanding access to the Moon for the advancement of humanity, will share its remarkable success story of landing the first commercial spacecraft on the lunar surface. They will also outline its ambitious business plans for future lunar lander missions, the development of its Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) program, and its cutting-edge lunar data services. Additionally, Intuitive Machines will highlight the significant scientific contributions these efforts will bring, underscoring the broader impact on space exploration and technological progress.

Welcome Remarks

Tanja MASSON-ZWAAN

Assistant Professor and Deputy Director of the International Institute of Air and Space Law (IIASL), Leiden University

Netherlands

Speakers

Jay KIM

CEO and Chairman, Boryung

Republic of Korea

Kam GHAFFARIAN

Founder and CEO, IBX

United States

Tim CRAIN

Chief Growth Officer / Co-founder, Intuitive Machines

United States