National Harbor, MD August 27-29, 2025
Co-Located with MOSA Industry & Government Summit

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Wednesday, August 27
  Prince George Expo Hall C&D - Expo Theater
1400 - 1800 Space and MOSA Joint Hall Open
1400 - 1800 Space Summit and MOSA Summit Joint Expo Hall Program
1400 - 1415 U.S. Services Welcome Briefs
1420 - 1510 U.S. Air Force Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief
1520 - 1610 U.S. Navy Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief
1620 - 1710 U.S. Army Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief
1720 - 1800 Semper Supra: Collaborating with the U.S. Space Force, featuring SpaceWERX
 
Thursday, August 28
Space Innovation and Commercialization Space Domain Awareness In-Space Manufacturing CHIPS in Space
Sponsored by:
Texas A&M University
  Annapolis 1 Annapolis 2 Annapolis 3 Annapolis 4
0830 - 0920 To Boldly Go…to a New Mining Frontier
Sponsored by:
RioTinto
DeepSeek, Grok, and GPT - Oh My AI! Strategies for Advancing LEO Manufacturing Science and Technology National Security Implications of In-Space Manufacturing of Advanced Materials
0930 - 1020 The Orbital Backbone: Building Infrastructure for the Next Space Economy Engineering Research for In-Space Manufacturing. Harnessing Microgravity for Next Generation Microelectronics Scientific Merit of In-space Manufacturing
0950 - 1030 Coffee Break
1000 - 1700  Expo Hall Open - Prince George Expo Hall C and D
1030 - 1155   Keynote Program - Woodrow Wilson A
1030 - 1050 U.S. Space Force
1050 - 1120 Space as a Strategic Advantage: Why Industry Leaders are Betting on the Orbital Edge Featuring: Amazon Web Services (AWS), BAE Systems, J.P. Morgan, and Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS)/International Space Station National Lab (ISSNL)
1120 - 1150 Capital at the Edge: Investing in Space Ventures with Staying Power Featuring: Cook Inlet Region, E2MC Ventures, International Space Station National Laboratory (ISSNL), and Stellar Ventures
1200 - 1300 Lunch: On Own
1300 - 1350 Space Innovation Challenge Pitch Program and $100K Prize Criticality of Space Domain Awareness for our Future in Space Microgravity as a Catalyst for Quantum Technologies Innovation Commercial Platform Options for Semiconductors Advanced Materials In-Space Manufacturing
1400 - 1450 Building a Space-to-Space Economy for Supply Chain Resilience In-Space Biomanufacturing to Transform Healthcare on Earth Technology Enablers for In-Space Manufacturing - AI, VR, Robotics, Data, Edge Compute
1500 - 1550 Space Domain Awareness Next-Gen Biomanufacturing: Scaling Food and Materials for Space Travel Advanced Crystallization in LEO: Drug Delivery, Semiconductors, Advanced Materials
1400 - 1800 Expo Hall Open
1600 - 1800 Expo Reception
1600 - 1800 Poster Session
 
Friday, August 29
  Space Innovation and Commercialization Space Domain Awareness In-Space Production Applications CHIPS in Space
Sponsored by:
Texas A&M University
  Annapolis 1 Annapolis 2 Annapolis 3 Annapolis 4
0800 - 0850 Air-Breathing Electric Propulsion for VLEO Countering Foreign Subsidies for Space Launch, Payload Hosting and On-Orbit Station Access Building the Backbone: Infrastructure for In-Space Manufacturing Key Research Supporting Pioneering Space-Based Semiconductor Manufacturing
0900 - 0950 Space Architecture: Designing for Permanent Habitation on Orbital and Lunar Stations The Connectivity Anywhere Zeitgeist and the Future of Satellite-Enabled Direct-to-Device In-Space Manufacturing is Assembling the Next Space Revolution Workforce Development for In-Space Manufacturing
1000 - 1050 Resiliency and Sustainability in Small Satellites Circular Logistics in Space Applying MOSA to ISAM: Accelerating In-Space Assembly through Cooperative Open Processes Intellectual Property for In-Space Manufacturing
1100 - 1150 Blockchain for Space Security: Enabling Autonomous Operations

Data Supremacy and Situational Awareness of Space Assets

How to Build Redundant and Resilient Supply Chains for In-Space
1200 - 1245 Closing Reception, sponsored by the National Technology Alliance (NTA) Advanced Manufacturing in Space Catalyst Community

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Wednesday August 27, 2025


8:00 - 18:00
Prince George C and D

Registration


14:00-18:00
Prince George C and D

Space Industry and Government Expo & Modular Open Systems Approach Joint Expo Program & Reception


14:00 - 14:15
Prince George C and D

U.S. Services Welcome Briefs - Expo Theater


14:20 - 15:10
Prince George C and D

U.S. Air Force Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief


15:20 - 16:10
Prince George C and D

U.S. Navy Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief


16:20 - 17:10
Prince George C and D

U.S. Army Tri-Services MOSA Mini Brief


17:20 - 18:00
Prince George C and D

SpaceWERX Semper Supra: Collaborating with the U.S. SPACE FORCE


Thursday August 28, 2025


8:30 - 9:20
Annapolis 1

To Boldly Go…To a New Mining Frontier

Join Dawn Wellman, Manager of Strategic Programs, Copper Research and Development at Rio Tinto, for a moderated conversation with key technology and industry leaders and U.S. federal officials. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the challenges of space mining, opportunities for technological advancements and technology transfer between space and terrestrial mining, and how cross sector collaboration and public-private partnerships can accelerate new frontiers in space and terrestrial mining. Join us to envision a future where mining in space becomes a reality and reshapes our approach to terrestrial mining.

Dawn Wellman, Strategic Programs Manager, Rio Tinto (Moderator)
Dr. Saskia Duyvesteyn, Chief Advisor Copper R&D, Rio Tinto (Speaker)
Dr. Moe Momayez, Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors; Director, Center of Excellence for Mine Safety, University of Arizona (Speaker)
Gabriel Swiney, Director, Policy, Advocacy, and International Division, Office of Space Commerce, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce (Speaker)
Dr. Jesica Urbina, President & CEO, Infinite Elements (Speaker)
Dr. Vlada Stamenković, Senior Director Space Resources Program, Blue Origin - Advanced Concepts & Enterprise Engineering (Speaker)

8:30 - 9:20
Annapolis 2

DeepSeek, Grok, and GPT, Oh My AI!

As commercial giants like SpaceX redefine the pace of space exploration, and adversaries leverage technologies like DeepSeek to vie for control, the stakes in the space superiority race have never been higher. This panel brings together AI industry leaders and active-duty U.S. Space Force members, all central to integrating Generative AI into national defense strategies. Explore the real-life implementation of AI in every space launch, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency to ensure strategic superiority. Discover how AI not only fortifies our operations but also unites us with our commercial partners, leading the charge in securing our strategic advantages against global adversaries. This discussion will showcase how AI-driven solutions are actively employed in mission planning and execution, offering a tactical edge that safeguards our assets and ensures dominance in the evolving space arena.

Mst Sgt Mike Sullivan - Lead, USSF Generative AI Challenge, U.S. Space Force, (Moderator)
Nic Challain, President, Former U.S. Air Force Chief Software Officer; AI Strategy Consultant, Ask Sage (Speaker)
Alec Leeseberg, Generative AI Human Interface Expert; President, Velocity Explorations (Speaker)
Lt Col Greg Allen, 1ROPS Space Launch Squadron, U.S. Space Force (Speaker)

8:30 - 9:20
Annapolis 3

Strategies for Advancing LEO Manufacturing Science & Technology

This session will bring together multidisciplinary leaders to explore innovative strategies for supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) manufacturing activities. The discussion will cover the current state of LEO manufacturing, emphasizing key technological advancements and their potential applications. Participants will address the challenges and opportunities related to funding and bridging the financial gap to support sustainable development in this emerging field. Topics: Funding Mechanisms: Innovative funding models and public-private partnerships to support LEO manufacturing initiatives. Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborations that encourage investment, streamline regulatory processes, and promote international cooperation. Economic Impact: The economic benefits of LEO manufacturing for national and global markets. Technological Innovation: Breakthrough technologies and their implications for various industries, including healthcare, materials science, and telecommunications. The panel aims to provide valuable insights into how strategic partnerships and appropriate strategies can drive the advancement of LEO manufacturing, ensuring continued innovation in space-based technologies. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the collaborative efforts needed to overcome financial barriers and unlock the full potential of LEO manufacturing science and technology.


8:30 - 9:20
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: National Security Implications of In-Space Manufacturing of Advanced Materials


9:30 - 10:20
Annapolis 1

Data Supremacy and Situational Awareness of Space Assets

Access to, and protection of military and commercial space requires quick data analytics for operators to make split second decisions. From sensors to management and monitoring systems, across thousands of countries and companies, the number of disparate data sets is virtually limitless, and is projected to grow exponentially in the years to come. Secure, economical, and configurable data integration capabilities can rapidly merge silo’ed data sets to enable comprehensive, mission specific, space situational awareness to allow leaders to understand potential problems, evaluate viable solutions, and take decisive action. In the rapidly-evolving space domain, one constant exists- the time to make decisions and take action will continue to diminish. New data management capabilities must be deployed to facilitate space situational awareness at the speed of relevance. Government and industry experts will discuss the space data challenge and offer novel data integration techniques for faster time-to-value, lower costs, and enhanced configurability compared to traditional data solutions.

Kevin O’Connell, CEO, Space Economy Rising (Moderator)
Lucian Niemeyer, CEO, Building Cyber Security (Speaker)
Jacques Jarman, Chief Growth and Federal Operations Officer, Edge Technologies (Speaker)

9:30 - 10:20
Annapolis 2

Engineering Research for In-Space Manufacturing

The space economy is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by innovations like reusable rockets and satellite miniaturization. The ability to explore beyond-Earth manufacturing will be pivotal for future commercialization and a wider range of activities. Various analyses forecast that in-space manufacturing has the potential for large economic impact. This panel will examine the current technology frontier and pathways for innovation to accelerate capabilities to support resilient in-space manufacturing ecosystems. Space manufacturing faces significant technical hurdles related to the harsh space environment, including challenges in resource availability, supply chain complexities, microgravity, vacuum, radiation, and extreme temperature variations. Engineering research has the potential to lead to innovations that can revolutionize how goods are produced and resources are used. Key research directions include additive manufacturing, leveraging microgravity in materials science, autonomous fabrication, robotics, next-generation modular systems, advanced communications, control, and optimization, and harnessing in-situ resources as feedstock. Cross-sector, multi-disciplinary panelists will explore key opportunities to address these challenges through engineering research to position the United States as a global leader in the space economy.

Charles Johnson-Bey, Co-Principal Investigator, Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (Moderator)
Debbie G. Senesky, Associate Professor, Aeronautics and Astronautics Department, Stanford University (Speaker)
Nackieb “Nick” Kamin, Program Manager for the Science, Technology and Research Directorate, United States Space Force (USSF) (Speaker)
John T. Roth, Director, John Olson Advanced Manufacturing Center, University of New Hampshire. (Speaker)
Dorcia Jolliff, Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Lockheed Martin Space (Speaker)

9:30 - 10:20
Annapolis 3

Harnessing Microgravity for Next Generation Microelectronics

This panel will explore how microgravity enhances materials processing and properties for next-generation microelectronics. Panelists will discuss recent innovations achieved through microgravity research and their potential impact on industries such as telecommunications, computing, medical devices, and defense technologies. Technical and logistical challenges of conducting research and manufacturing in microgravity will be addressed. The discussion will also emphasize the importance of collaboration and partnerships between space agencies, research institutions, and private companies in advancing microgravity-based microelectronics research.

Rose Hernandez, Science Program Director, International Space Station National Lab (Moderator)

9:30 - 10:20
Annapolis 4

Scientific Merit of In-space Manufacturing


9:50 - 10:30

Early Bird Coffee Break


9:50 - 10:30
Woodrow Wilson A

Keynote Program


10:30 - 10:50
Woodrow Wilson A

US Space Force Keynote


10:50 - 11:20
Woodrow Wilson A

Space as a Strategic Advantage: Why Industry Leaders are Betting on the Orbital Edge

This panel will tie together participants in the Orbital Edge Accelerator but also go beyond that program and discuss perspectives on how to access LEO testing and how startup ecosystems align with national and commercial space priorities.

Francisco Cordova, Chief Operating Officer, Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) (Moderator)
Ben Bowen, Principal Business Development Manager – Space Exploration, Infrastructure & Launch, Amazon Web Services (AWS) (Speaker)
David Ellis, Director of Strategic Development, Space and Mission Systems, BAE Systems, Inc. (Speaker)
Troy Thomas, Managing Director and Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) (Speaker)

11:20 - 11:50
Woodrow Wilson A

Capital at the Edge: Investing in Space Ventures with Staying Power


12:00 - 13:00

Lunch (on own)


13:00 - 13:50
Annapolis 1

SPACE Innovation Challenge & $100K Prize

Join us at the Space Innovation Challenge, where leading innovators will present breakthrough solutions to an expert panel of industry, government, and investment leaders. These space-based technologies not only drive progress in orbit but also create ripple effects across a wide range of industries—including communications, national security, climate monitoring, logistics, and healthcare. The top innovators will compete for the $100K prize pool, sponsored by Advanced Technology International (ATI). Challenge organizers have interest in civilian, military, and dual-use technologies. This innovation challenge program offers solution providers a unique opportunity to showcase their transformative ideas and shape the future of space exploration and its impact here on Earth.


13:00 - 13:50
Annapolis 2

Criticality of Space Domain Awareness for our Future in Space

As space becomes an increasingly contested domain, adversaries are leveraging Camouflage, Concealment, Deception, and Maneuver (CCDM) tactics to evade detection, disrupt U.S. surveillance, and challenge space superiority. Recent advancements by China and Russia highlight the growing sophistication of these threats, with satellites exhibiting unexpected maneuvers, blending into megaconstellations, or leveraging AI-driven autonomy to operate undetected. This panel will examine how CCDM activities threaten national security, from China’s dual-use space technologies and maneuvering satellites to Russia’s suspected development of anti-satellite weaponry. Experts will discuss the urgent need for enhanced space domain awareness (SDA), focusing on cutting-edge autonomous detection and assessment capabilities. How can the U.S. Space Force integrate AI, advanced sensor networks, and predictive analytics to rapidly identify and counter CCDM threats? What strategies will ensure space assets remain secure against adversary deception and covert operations?

Lee Rosen, Colonel (Ret.), CEO, ThinkOrbital (Moderator)
Tom Sharpy, Vice President Portal, Lt Gen (USAF Ret) (Speaker)
Colonel Carl Bottolfson, USSF HQ, Director, Force Modernization & Design (Speaker)
Major Robert Perez-Alemany, Defense Innovation Unit, Space Development Agency (Speaker)

13:00 - 13:50
Annapolis 3

Microgravity as a Catalyst for Quantum Technologies Innovation

This panel will focus on the unique opportunities that space environments provide for the development of quantum materials and technologies. Panelists will discuss how microgravity conditions can enhance the quantum properties of materials, leading to breakthroughs in advanced computing, sensing, and communication. The discussion will include the potential applications of these technologies in defense, space missions, and beyond, as well as the importance of long-term partnerships and funding to sustain progress in this cutting-edge field.

Amrit De, Apsidal (Moderator)
Rima Oueid, DOE (Speaker)
Ajay Malshe, Purdue University (Speaker)
Kevin Jackson, ForwardEdge AI (Speaker)
Kartik Srinivasan, NIST (Speaker)

13:00 - 13:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Commercial Platform options for Semiconductors Advanced Materials In-Space Manufacturing


14:00 - 14:50
Annapolis 1

SPACE Innovation Challenge & $100K Prize

Join us at the Space Innovation Challenge, where leading innovators will present breakthrough solutions to an expert panel of industry, government, and investment leaders. These space-based technologies not only drive progress in orbit but also create ripple effects across a wide range of industries—including communications, national security, climate monitoring, logistics, and healthcare. The top innovators will compete for the $100K prize pool, sponsored by Advanced Technology International (ATI). Challenge organizers have interest in civilian, military, and dual-use technologies. This innovation challenge program offers solution providers a unique opportunity to showcase their transformative ideas and shape the future of space exploration and its impact here on Earth.


14:00 - 14:50
Annapolis 2

Building a Space to Space Economy for Supply Chain Resilience

As commercial interest in low Earth orbit accelerates, the space industry faces a pivotal moment. This panel will explore the emerging need for a space-to-space commercial ecosystem—where in-orbit assembly, servicing, and manufacturing become critical to unlocking sustainable business models. Experts will dive into the feasibility of such an ecosystem, the technological gaps we must close, and whether a single integrated player or a coalition of innovators is best positioned to lead. Join us as we unpack the challenges, alternatives, and bold strategies shaping the future of orbital infrastructure.

Laura Winter, Host & Editor, The DownLink Podcast (Moderator)
Dan Faber, CEO, OrbitFab (Speaker)
Greg Vialle, Founder, Lunexus Space (Speaker)
Ioana Cozmuta, Founder and CEO, G-Space (Speaker)
Jon Beam, Co Founder and COO, Rogue Space (Speaker)
Troy Morris, Founder and CEO, KMI (Speaker)

14:00 - 14:50
Annapolis 3

In-Space Biomanufacturing to Transform Healthcare on Earth

The panel will bring together leading experts in biotechnology, space research, and healthcare to explore how the unique conditions of microgravity are enabling breakthroughs in biomanufacturing, including the production of complex biological tissues, pharmaceuticals, and regenerative medicine. They will discuss how these innovations are poised to address some of the most pressing healthcare challenges, from organ shortages to the development of personalized medicine. Objectives: • Highlight breakthroughs in in-space biomanufacturing. • Identify specific healthcare challenges that can be addressed through in-space biomanufacturing, such as organ shortages, regenerative medicine, and personalized treatments. • Highlight the partnerships that are driving innovation in this field. • Evaluate the potential economic benefits and social impact of in-space biomanufacturing on global healthcare systems. • Discuss the regulatory frameworks required to support the growth and sustainability of in-space biomanufacturing initiatives. • Increase public awareness of the importance of in-space biomanufacturing and its potential to revolutionize healthcare, garnering support for continued research and investment. • Set Future Research and Development Goals

Donna Roberts, Ph.D., Deputy Chief Scientist, International Space Station National Laboratory (Moderator)
Kenneth Savin, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, RedWire (Speaker)
Mari Anne Snow, CEO & Co-Founder, Eascra Biotech (Speaker)
Nicole Wagoner, Ph.D., President & CEO, LambdaVision (Speaker)

14:00 - 14:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Technology Enablers for In-Space Manufacturing - AI, VR, Robotics, Data, Edge Compute


15:00 - 15:50
Annapolis 1

SPACE Innovation Challenge & $100K Prize

Join us at the Space Innovation Challenge, where leading innovators will present breakthrough solutions to an expert panel of industry, government, and investment leaders. These space-based technologies not only drive progress in orbit but also create ripple effects across a wide range of industries—including communications, national security, climate monitoring, logistics, and healthcare. The top innovators will compete for the $100K prize pool, sponsored by Advanced Technology International (ATI). Challenge organizers have interest in civilian, military, and dual-use technologies. This innovation challenge program offers solution providers a unique opportunity to showcase their transformative ideas and shape the future of space exploration and its impact here on Earth.


15:00 - 15:50
Annapolis 2

Space Domain Awareness

As global reliance on space-based systems continues to grow, Space Domain Awareness (SDA) has become vital to national and economic security. With thousands of new satellites and increasing orbital congestion, understanding the “who, what, and why” behind anomalies—whether they stem from equipment failures, environmental disturbances, or hostile actions—is critical. This panel will examine the process of attribution within SDA, including how to distinguish between natural space weather, technical malfunctions, and intentional interference. Experts will explore the role of advanced modeling, data sharing, artificial intelligence, and evolving policy frameworks in enabling quicker, more accurate responses to disruptions in space operations.

Geoff Crowley, Ph.D., Chief Scientist, Arcfield (Moderator)
Walter (Junk) Wilson, Senior Vice President, Arcfield (Speaker)
Michael Griffin, Chief Technology Officer, Department of Defense (Speaker)
JP Parker, Founder and CEO, Escape Velocity (Speaker)

15:00 - 15:50
Annapolis 3

Next-Gen Biomanufacturing: Scaling Food and Materials for Space Travel

As humanity prepares for long-duration space missions and planetary colonization, the need for self-sustaining, efficient, and scalable biomanufacturing systems has never been greater. This panel will explore cutting-edge advancements in biomanufacturing for food production and biomaterials, focusing on how engineered microbes, cellular agriculture, and synthetic biology can support astronauts on extended missions. Experts from industry, academia, and government will discuss the challenges and breakthroughs in cultivated food, microbial fermentation, and biofabrication—technologies that could enable astronauts to produce nutrient-dense food, high-performance biomaterials, and essential life-support components on-demand, reducing dependency on Earth-based resupply.

Reza Ovissipour, Food Science and Technology, Texas A&M (Moderator)

15:00 - 15:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Advanced Crystallization in LEO: Drug Delivery, Semiconductors, Advanced Materials


14:00 - 17:00
Prince George C and D

SIGS & MOSA Joint Expo Hall Program


16:00 - 17:00
Prince George C and D

SIGS & MOSA Joint Expo Reception


16:00 - 17:00
Prince George C and D

SIGS Poster Session


Friday August 29, 2025


8:00 - 8:50
Annapolis 1

Air-breathing electric propulsion for VLEO

Panel will discuss various aspects of air breathing electric propulsion, current efforts, potential missions, opportunity, industry and government interests

Michael Keidar, A. James Clark Professor of Engineering, George Washington University (Moderator)
Matthew Zuber, Program Manager, Applied Physics Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University (Speaker)
Nick Schieler, Chief Systems Engineer, Redwire Space (Speaker)
Tom Underwood, Assistant Professor, The University of Texas at Austin (Speaker)
Tabitha Dodson, Program Manager, Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operations [DRACO], DARPA (Speaker)

8:00 - 8:50
Annapolis 2

Countering Foreign Subsidies for PNT Service, R&D IP Protection, Standards for Remote Proximity, Autonomous Operations and Space Launch

Foreign nations offer highly subsidized or free access to guidance and navigation service, access to US origin R&D IP, remote proximity and autonomous operations and space launch. The US companies with equities in these areas face a reduction in global customers as a result. The US in turn loses ground in the space domain left of conflict. Bringing together a panel of commercial PNT service, R&D IP, Remote Proximity and Autonomous Operations and Space Launch, we will share examples of these subsidies. We will also explore the solution space with presentation of possible new trade policies and programs. //

Hope DiGiusto, Vice President, Commercial Sector, Stellar Solutions (Moderator)

8:00 - 8:50
Annapolis 3

Building the Backbone: Infrastructure for In-Space Manufacturing

Over the past decade, government investments and public-private partnerships have catalyzed explosive growth in the commercial space industry. As the cost of access to orbit has dropped and launch frequency has increased, markets like Earth observation and internet from space have matured and consolidated. Now, on the horizon, a second wave of opportunity is emerging: in-space manufacturing. This panel explores the critical infrastructure enabling this next leap — from launch systems and return capabilities to the ISS, commercial space stations, free-flyers, ultra-fast in-orbit data exchange, energy harvesting through space solar panels, and the rise of supercomputing in orbit. We’ll also examine how companies with flight-ready payloads are poised to scale and how synergies between existing markets and manufacturing in space can accelerate innovation. Join leading founders, deep tech investors, and industry pioneers as we dive into the tangible opportunities in in-space manufacturing, the role of AI/ML in optimizing and scaling experiments, and the strategic path toward building sustainable industrial ecosystems beyond Earth.


8:00 - 8:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Key Research Supporting Pioneering Space-Based Semiconductor Manufacturing


9:00 - 9:50
Annapolis 1

Space Architecture: Designing for Permanent Habitation on Orbital and Lunar Stations

As humanity moves closer to a sustained presence beyond Earth, the design of permanent, habitable structures in orbital and lunar environments is emerging as a vital component of the broader space infrastructure landscape. This panel will explore the intersection of space architecture with critical domains such as space access, mobility, and logistics, as well as in-space manufacturing—all essential to supporting life and operations in extreme environments. Panelists will discuss innovations in commercial space station design, lunar habitats, advanced space suits, and life-support systems for long-duration missions, while also addressing the enabling role of robotics and automation, satellite communications, and space-based Earth observation. Framed within Arizona’s growing ecosystem of academic research and industry collaboration, this session highlights how integrated design and technology are shaping the future of interplanetary habitation and the infrastructure that will support it.

Elena Rocchi, Head of Space Architecture & Extreme Environments, Arizona State University The Design School (Moderator)
Christian Maender, Senior Executive, Barrios Technology (Speaker)
Dava Newman, Director, MIT Media Lab (Speaker)
Gui Trotti, Professor of Practice, Arizona State University (Speaker)

9:00 - 9:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Workforce Development for In-Space Manufacturing


10:00 - 10:50
Annapolis 1

Resiliency and Sustainability in Small Satellites

A discussion on how to incorporate resiliency and sustainability in small satellites.


10:00 - 10:50
Annapolis 2

Circular Logistics In Space

This panel will explore the rapidly emerging field of in-space circular logistics—a transformative ecosystem poised to unlock a multi-billion-dollar space economy. This ecosystem includes both ground and space segments, ensuring that exquisite "microgravity enabled" products are manufactured at operational scale and cost. In the coming years, many drugs, sensors, microchips, and even replacement human tissues will be manufactured in space! The discussion will bring together leading innovators, technologists, and policy experts to examine the state-of-the-art in on-orbit capabilities, including autonomous servicing vehicles, modular platforms, re-entry vehicles and in-space manufacturing technologies. Panelists will identify key industry players, assess where commercial and government stakeholders are placing bets, and dive into the core challenges that must be addressed—from technical hurdles and risk mitigation strategies to regulatory modernization and norms of behavior in a servicing-enabled space environment. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how circular logistics is reshaping the economics and strategy of space operations—and why now is the moment for deep tech investors, founders, and policymakers to engage.

Jon Beam, Co Founder and COO, Rogue Space (Moderator)
Kyle Cybul, Executive Director, Clean Orbit Foundation (Speaker)
Christian Maender, Barrios Consultant, specializing in in-space manufacturing, (Speaker)
Andrew Parlock, CEO, Space Phoenix (Speaker)

10:00 - 10:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: Intellectual Property for In-Space Manufacturing


10:50 - 11:45
Baltimore 1 & 2

MOSA Session: Applying MOSA to ISAM: Accelerating In-Space Assembly through Cooperative Open Processes


11:00 - 11:50
Annapolis 4

Chips in Space: How to Build Redundant and Resilient Supply Chains for In-Space


12:00 - 12:45
Woodrow Wilson Hallway

ATI Space Catalyst Community Closing Reception


 

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