Space exploration and commercialization have entered an unprecedented era, fueled by a growing number of private companies, international collaborations, and government agencies pushing toward new frontiers. SpaceWaves 2025 will explore how this mix of technological advancements, commercial interests, and geopolitical considerations will come together to shape our future in space.
Agenda
The New Space Era
Commercializing Space
Technological Advancements Driving Space Exploration
International Collaboration and Geopolitical Dynamics
Successful Missions and Lessons Learned
Future Trends in Space Exploration and Commercialization
Jennifer Milczarski is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and based in Palm Beach, Florida. In her free time she likes to fly, ski, golf, dive, and attend SSC tactical training. Currently she is pursuing her commercial pilot rating....
Acting Deputy Project Manager, John F. Kennedy Space Center
Joe Dant has been launching rockets his entire career. Currently he’s helping lead NASA’s Deep Space Logistics Project, launching sustainable deep space delivery for exploration.
Thomas is currently working as the Head of ETH Zurich | Space and as a speaker, consultant and board member. He was the longest continually running Head of Science at NASA from 2016 to 2022, responsible for 130 missions with 37 launches including...
Casey leads The Planetary Society’s efforts to champion planetary exploration, planetary defense, and the search for life. Through writing, speaking, and teaching, he inspires action and demystifies the politics of space for Society members, the...
Creator of a magazine for astronomy enthusiasts when he was 15 years old, Dave has been on the Astronomy staff for 42 years and its chief editor for half that time. He is an enthusiastic observer and writer who has authored 26 books on science and...
As FLYING Magazine's Modern Flying reporter, Jack covers the cutting edge of aviation, from electric aircraft to drones to supercharged rockets. He is the author of the Future of FLYING newsletter, a weekly look at the latest technologies making...
Alison Klesman is senior editor of Astronomy magazine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in physics and master’s degree in earth, atmospheric, and planetary science from MIT. During this time, she worked on topics ranging from comets and asteroids...
Dooner has been revolutionizing the freight podcast industry since 2016. He currently hosts and produces the show WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on FreightWaves and SiriusXM.