• From Science Fiction to Space Policy

    Hörsaal III, Hauptgebäude, The University of Bonn Am Hof 1, Bonn, Nordrhein-Westphalen, Germany

    with Dr. Arne Sönnichsen, IQIB GmbH

  • Workshop: Space Diplomacy

    Over two days, this workshop introduces participants to the practice of space diplomacy, with a sustained human presence on the Moon as its central negotiation topic. Expert talks will explain what space diplomacy is, where it takes place, for instance at UNOOSA and COPUOS, and which issues are at stake. Further sessions will address European […]

  • Europe & the Moon

    Hörsaal III, Hauptgebäude, The University of Bonn Am Hof 1, Bonn, Nordrhein-Westphalen, Germany

    In this talk, Lars Petzold, Lead Exploration at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI), will examine Europe’s role in the renewed race to the Moon. Starting from Europe’s contributions to international lunar programmes such as Artemis, including the European Service Module and elements of the Lunar Gateway, the talk will look at ESA’s own initiatives, […]

  • Space Security & Defence in Europe

    Hörsaal XV, Hauptgebäude, The University of Bonn Am Hof 1, Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

    In this talk, Lina Pohl will explore how space has become a central domain for European security and defence. Satellites for communication, navigation, and Earth observation are indispensable for both civilian life and military operations, yet they are increasingly exposed to threats such as jamming, cyberattacks, and counterspace capabilities. The talk will examine how the […]

  • Space Innovation and Commercialisation

    Hörsaal XV, Hauptgebäude, The University of Bonn Am Hof 1, Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

    In this talk, Daniel Vrankar, PhD candidate at TU Dresden, will examine how innovation and commercialisation are transforming the space sector. Once dominated by state agencies and a few large contractors, space is increasingly shaped by startups, venture capital, and new business models built on reusable launchers, small satellites, and space based data services. The […]