The international Astronauts Chapter
Meet international astronauts and cosmonauts at IAC 2024!
The 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2024 in Milan, Italy, will feature a special International Astronauts Chapter, organized jointly by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Association of Space Explorers (ASE), and the Italian Space Agency (ASI).
Focusing on the theme "Responsible Space for Sustainability", the International Astronauts Chapter will explore the crucial and proactive leadership role of astronauts in advocating for responsible space practices to ensure the sustainability of space activities. The Chapter will include various panels and discussions and intensive outreach programme.
As part of the IAF Global Networking Forum (IAF GNF), do not miss the IAF – ASE Astronaut Panel titled #norisknofun – KEEPING HUMAN SPACEFLIGHT SAFE on Public Day, 18 October. During this session, an international panel of astronauts and cosmonauts will share insights and sustainable practices to safeguard space for future generations.
Additionally, there will be an autograph session with astronauts. They will share their experiences and findings with the General Public and will foster their enthusiasm for space exploration. Enjoy a rare and thrilling opportunity for attendees to meet their space heroes up close.
Register now for IAC 2024 and embark with our international space explorers!
Anthea COMELLINI
GNC engineer at Thales Alenia Space and member of ESA astronauts reserve
Italy
Samantha CRISTOFORETTI
LEO Cargo Return Service Team Lead and Astronaut, ESA/European Astronaut Centre
Italy
Koichi WAKATA
Astronaut and Chief Technology Officer, Asia-Pacific, Axiom Space, LLC
Japan
