ESA BSGN | Business in Space Growth Network

Understanding how aging occurs in microgravity is key to unlocking new health insights. The 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 event will host the "𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡: 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞" session to highlight groundbreaking research and innovations that are advancing our knowledge of aging in space and its implications for life on Earth. Join European Space Agency - ESA and Luxembourg Space Agency for the next edition of this event to discover the latest opportunities in space-based aging research with top experts in the field. This session will delve into how space can serve as a unique laboratory for breakthroughs in health science. Join the event on 𝟒-𝟓 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 in 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐠. To read more and register: https://lnkd.in/desiNBFZ #Space #SpaceIndustry #Health #HealthInnovation

🌌 Partner Spotlight: Flawless Photonics 🌌 We're thrilled to have Flawless Photonics as a partner for the upcoming Space for Inspiration! 🚀 This innovative company manufactures ZBLAN optical fibres in space, achieving unmatched light transmission and minimal signal loss, with applications in #telecommunications, laser #tech, and #quantumcomputing. By leveraging #microgravity aboard the International Space Station, Flawless Photonics is setting new standards in optical communication. With future-focused plans, they’re expanding both in-space and Earth-based production to make high-performance fibres more accessible. 🌠 Want to join our conference as a partner? Visit https://lnkd.in/eRg_8DXD to learn more about how to bring your company and brand to the forefront of commercial space exploration! #SpaceForInspiration #PartnerSpotlight #OpticalFibre #InnovationInSpace #Telecommunications #SpaceExploration #ISS #conference #CallforPartners

The European Space Agency - ESA leverages the potential of space research to foster new markets and sustainable growth through its ESA BSGN | Business in Space Growth Network programme. Their 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 are run by ESA’s Industrial Partners and support commercial projects that utilise space-specialised environment to address challenges on Earth. These accelerators lead to innovative applications that impact critical sectors for sustainable economic development by creating a collaborative environment where space-based research and terrestrial industries intersect.⁣⁣ The BSGN also provides tools to help project teams that can make use of the space environment to develop products and services with commercial value.⁣⁣ If you are an 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 seeking pioneering opportunities or a 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 aiming to elevate your innovations, discover the BSGN programme and how you can contribute to this transformative initiative. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:⁣⁣ https://lnkd.in/d52RvQ6C ⁣⁣ #Space #SpaceExploration #SpaceIndustry ⁣⁣

🌌 How is microgravity sparking innovation across life sciences, agriculture, and manufacturing? The European Space Agency - ESA's BSGN Industry Accelerators are supporting transformative projects led by pioneering organisations, including MEDES - Institute for Space Medicine and Physiology, Prometheus Life Technologies, Università di Trento, Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, CNR Institute for Agricultural Biology and Biotechnology (IBBA), SpacePharma EU, Reckonect, Université Grenoble Alpes - BrainTech Lab, MoreHisto, Centre Spatial Universitaire de Grenoble (CSUG), Roche, Photocentric, Dcubed, Astrobiome Space, SARL, and Sophie's BioNutrients. These projects leverage space conditions to drive breakthroughs, from neurodegenerative disease research to sustainable farming and in-orbit 3D printing. 💡 Discover how microgravity is shaping a sustainable future on Earth and expanding Europe's role in commercial space exploration on our brand new feature on BSGN's Industry Accelerators. 🎥 Full video below! 👇 #BSGN #Microgravity #SpaceInnovation #LifeSciences #InOrbitManufacturing #SpaceExploration

🚀 Calling All Innovators! The Space Resources Challenge is back, and this year, Exotopic joins as a Team Partner to help transform visionary ideas into actionable business solutions 🌌   Exotopic brings unparalleled expertise, offering teams direct access to business leaders who understand the unique blend of technical, commercial, and financial challenges in the space industry. With their support, teams can build robust business plans, connect with key stakeholders, and navigate the path to market successfully.   🌐 The European Space Agency - ESA's Space Resources Challenge, in partnership with the Luxembourg Space Agency, and the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC), is an initiative to accelerate innovation in space technology by supporting visionary projects that utilise space resources to meet future industry needs. If you're developing game-changing space technologies and ready to take your concept to the next level, don’t miss this opportunity to join the Challenge.   📅 Deadline: 20 February 2025   Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dn8pjTxY   For more information about the Second Space Resources Challenge, visit src.esa.int   #SpaceResourcesChallenge #Innovation #SpaceTechnology #Exotopic #ESA #CommercialSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #ESRIC  White Orange Modern Copywriting Tips Linkedin Carousel Ad (4).png  

We closed last month our call for applications of the first cohort of the Space Resources Accelerator with an express campaign over the summer and it has been very impressive to see how responsive companies have been to our call. The space resources ecosystem is thriving with numerous high-quality applications received – mostly Pre-Seed to Series A start-ups from 14 countries of Europe & Canada: - Developing strong technologies enabling in-situ resources utilization and applicable to multiple industries with applications in data, mobility, power and infrastructure - Founded over the last couple of years and yet already supporting thousands of jobs - Backed by venture capitalists and angel investors with a cumulated private funding of 150M€+ The private sector answered ESA’s call and now it’s time for more space agencies to join the effort and intensify our support to the Moon champions of tomorrow. Stay tuned for future announcements and thank you to all the inspiring innovators who with their disruptive technologies bring the Moon closer to us! #moon #lunarexploration #lunareconomy #spaceresources #isru #accelerator

🚀 Launch Alert! Scheduled for (NET) November 4th, SpaceX-31 cargo resupply mission to the ISS will carry three payloads to be hosted and operated inside our ICE Cubes Facility on the ISS, to support cutting-edge research in microgravity! 🛰️ 💧 Romanian InSpace Engineering (RISE): DropCoal - Together with the European Space Agency - ESA, this experiment will explore how water and 10% ethanol droplets merge in microgravity. Insights from this research could benefit applications in combustion, rocket engines, microbiology, medicine transport, and even human health. 🧫 University of Oxford, NDORMS & Prenetics: 'Ageing in Microgravity‘ - Led by Dr. Ghada Alsaleh, this experiment will study cellular ageing in space, modelling the process on Earth to identify potential new therapies to extend health spans, both for the elderly and astronauts. This experiment uses an enhanced Science Cube, previously flown on three ISS missions. 🔧 Università degli Studi di Trieste & PICOSATS SRL: RISE (Resilient Integrated Structured Elements) - This project will demonstrate a 3D-printed modular structure for future satellites, offering a "Lego-like" solution for faster, more affordable satellite production, with embedded electronics and flexible configurations. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dt79DpX7 Space Applications Services NV/SA / European Space Agency - ESA Mauro Ricci, Luca Facciolati, Hilde Stenuit, Leonardo Surdo, Miguel J. S. Ferreira, Jacopo Carra, Bartu Doruk, Andrei Sapera #ElevateYourResearch #SpX31 #MicrogravityResearch #SpaceScience #ISS #SpaceTechnology

Last week, the European Space Agency - ESA officially launched its #Moonlight programme, a groundbreaking initiative designed to establish communication and navigation services for the Moon. As lunar exploration accelerates—with over 400 planned missions—Moonlight marks a pivotal step towards creating sustainable infrastructure for both human and robotic missions.   This landmark initiative will be featured at the next edition of Space for Inspiration, in a dedicated session on Lunar Communications and Navigation, with key experts including: 🛰 Brice Dellandrea-Cornet (Lunar Pathfinder System Engineer, ESA) 🛰 Charles Cranstoun (Head of Moonlight Programme Office, ESA) 🛰 Benjamin Hooper (Lunar Programme Lead, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)) 🛰 Fabio Cannone (Head of System and Ground Segment Engineering, Telespazio) 🛰 Valente Cristina (Head of Commercial Coordination and Institutional Markets Development, Telespazio) 🛰 @Murata Masaya (Lunar PNT Lead for Japan Lunar Navigation Satellite System, JAXA) 🛰 And for the international effort on Lunar communications and navigation interoperability: a presentation from Javier Ventura-Traveset, Floor Melman and Richard Swinden (ESA). Learn more about Lunar Communications and Navigation and their potential impact on lunar exploration at the conference on 4-5 December! 🌍🌑   Explore the full programme here: https://lnkd.in/eRg_8DXD   #SpaceForInspiration #Moonlight #LunarExploration #SpaceEconomy #ESA #Sustainability #SpaceTech Luxembourg Space Agency

The 2nd Space Resources Challenge is Now Open! 🚀🚀   We’re calling on the community to develop groundbreaking technologies for Excavation & Beneficiation of Lunar Regolith, with up to €750,000 in prizes available!   This year’s Challenge aims to: 🚀 Foster innovation and collaboration across academia and industry. 🚀 Push technology readiness levels forward for sustainable exploration. 🚀 Build momentum for ISRU missions to space. Submit your ideas by 20 February 2025 and be part of the future of space exploration! 🌕✨   🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dn8pjTxY 🤝 A special thank you to our partners: the Luxembourg Space Agency, the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC), and Exotopic! #SpaceResourcesChallenge #LunarExploration #ISRU #Innovation #ESA #CallforIdeas #SpaceExploration #SpaceIndustry

Please join us in welcoming Garvey McIntosh, Senior Director for International Government Business at Axiom Space, to our esteemed lineup of speakers for the next edition of Space for Inspiration! 🚀 With vast experience in advancing international space initiatives, Garvey is at the forefront of efforts to shape the future of commercial space exploration. Don’t miss his valuable insights during the dedicated session, 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑩𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝑬𝑶: 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑳𝒐𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔, at Space for Inspiration, happening in Luxembourg on 4-5 December 2024. 📅 Save the date, get your tickets, and explore the full programme here: https://lnkd.in/dXBXt_B9 Luxembourg Space Agency #SpaceForInspiration #CommercialSpace #AxiomSpace #SpaceExploration #ESA #SpaceConference