Abstract The theory of entropy, a basic tenet of science, is wrong. Another underlying scientific assumption, Pierre Louis De Maupertuis' law of least action, is also wrong. This is not a pinch-penny, parsimonious cosmos. It is the opposite. It is a flagrantly materialist, consumerist cosmos, a cosmos that has invented vanity--piling up surplus, then displaying Read More
Abstract This talk explores an innovative approach to overcoming the energy and scalability challenges of powering the next generation of AI training infrastructures by moving data centers from Earth into orbit. As global energy demand surges due to rapid advances in AI and widespread electrification, traditional terrestrial data centers face mounting obstacles—high operating costs, cooling Read More
Abstract As humanity ventures beyond our home planet, understanding human health in space becomes paramount. This abstract focuses on the differences between astronautic exploration missions and civilian space settlements, considering various aspects: resource availability, infrastructure, biomes, social dynamics, and even legal aspects. We delve into the challenges faced by astronauts during exploration missions and the Read More
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
This is the preliminary webinar #00 of the IV SRI World Congress (SRIC4) Abstract Human civilization stands at a critical juncture. Global crises—wars, nationalism, cultural decline, and environmental degradation—are worsening our quality of life and blocking pathways for progress, particularly for younger generations. If unchecked, this trajectory could lead to collapse. Civilian Space Development offers Read More
This is the preliminary webinar #01 of the IV SRI World Congress (SRIC4) Abstract In the 1970s, Gerard O’Neill developed plans for large space habitats. One that could house 10,000 people was a level of design known as “Island One”. This would be different from anything launched previously, as it would rotate to produce simulated 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
This is the preliminary webinar #02 of the IV SRI World Congress (SRIC4) Abstract The utilization of the natural resources of our Moon and the Near Earth Asteroids for the benefit of mankind will need industrial plants in space. The favourite locations for an initial space factory are the Lagrange Points of the Earth-Moon system. Read More
This is the preliminary webinar #03 of the IV SRI World Congress (SRIC4) Abstract The sun is the source of life on Earth and it supplies Earth with thousands of times the amount of Energy we use. Yet Solar wind and radiation and especially Coronal Mass Ejections that could if were to be as powerful Read More
This is the preliminary webinar #04 of the IV SRI World Congress (SRIC4) Abstract The Civilization Survival Scale is in provides a powerful argument based in evolutionary biology for human expansion into space. It recognizes that the survival of a civilization, as the survival of a species, is dependent on its ability to adapt highly 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