Space Renaissance Academy Webinar Series

Abstract The question of human health in space in not limited to the human condition inside a Space Station but is increasingly dependent on the safety and health of the external environment. This is in terms of the orbital security of satellites, space telescopes and space stations from the direct threat posed by the so-called Read More

Abstract New human societies forged off-world will face unforgiving constraints imposed by their physical environment. Respecting those constraints, these societies will otherwise have wide organizational discretion. We propose that such societies should be derived from core consensual principles, identified through discussion and debate by prospective residents. All culture and law can then emanate from these Read More

Abstract The Search for Life Beyond Earth - How It Works, Where It Stands and Why It Matters, explores the science and technology of humanity’s efforts to understand the nature and prevalence of life and intelligence beyond Earth and answer the question “Are we alone in the Universe?” For most of human history this fundamental Read More

Abstract The International space station program is a humanity's achievement from many different perspectives. 15 nations are united together to design, construct and operate the in-orbit technical and scientific facility with permanent human presence for 25 years (38 years taking into account previous orbital station - MIR). Now we're at the stage when we're aiming Read More

Abstract The terraforming process entails thickening the Martian atmosphere and allowing water to exist on the surface in liquid form. Greater sunlight absorption is the key. Heating the planet via orbital mirrors will reduce the planet’s albedo and in turn release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere creating a green-house effect. Over time, a human friendly Read More