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"Purifying moon water" How cool is this? #WaterChallenge2024 #CanadianSpaceAgency. The funding application deadline is April 8. Also, just so you know, the 59th Central Canada Water Quality Symposium abstracts are due by Feb 1, 2024. Details here: https://lnkd.in/dbDbZarP 💦 #ScienceInAction #ResearchOpportunity #StayInformed"

China’s Lunar Research Station Initiative Expands Global Partnerships 🌕 China’s International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) project has gained new global cooperation partners, as the country signed several agreements with global partners for the lunar research station initiative on Thursday, according to China’s space agency. At a space forum in Anhui Province, China’s space agency signed cooperation agreements with Senegal, along with memoranda of understanding with 10 organizations from countries like Serbia, Switzerland, UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Panama, and South Africa. Since launching in 2017, the ILRS initiative has attracted 17 countries and over 40 institutions. The station envisions a sustainable, expandable lunar research facility that includes a base on the lunar surface, orbital stations, and Earth-based components. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYbqpxTy #SpaceIndustry #SpaceNews #LunarResearch #SpaceExploration #GlobalPartnerships #ILRS #ChinaSpace #SpaceTechnology

Bringing the Moon closer to Earth 🌔🌍 Today, we’re excited to announce that SSC, VIRATEC and Ventspils University of Applied Sciences have signed a strategic long-term agreement for supporting lunar missions provided through SSC Connect Lunar services. By this, SSC will stay ahead and align to the dynamic needs of the space agencies and commercial lunar exploration market. It also marks a crucial step for VIRATEC in stepping up Latvian space industry. “This strengthened partnership will leverage the SSC Connect Ka-band capabilities and expansion of apertures up to 32 meters. This is a crucial step in making SSC a stronger mission partner for future lunar voyages, offering capabilities for the next chapters of mankind,” says Petrus Hyvönen, Head of Engineering in SSC Connect, SSC. More information about the partnership: https://lnkd.in/dFyHrDx6 More information about our Moon partnerships and lunar services: https://lnkd.in/dFA9Tai4 #Lunar #LunarCommunications #MoonMission #Moon #SSCconnect #GroundStation #SpaceToEarth #GroundSegment #GroundNetwork #LunarServices

Key Challenges and Opportunities Associated with Lunar Habitation and the Growth of Cislunar Infrastructure #Space #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy

Also one reason I am into Star Trek is that the Central Committee plenum document goes out to 2035, and then the long term vision of the CCP goes out to 2049 and beyond. So by 2035, China should have already landed a man (or woman) on the moon, and should be beginning construction of the International Lunar Research Station, and one of the things I'm doing here in Hong Kong is working with space enthusiasts to develop a financial system for space exploration. If you look at 2040 or so you should have a Chinese Mars landing and you should start seeing some significant amount of return from things like space tourism. (Package trips to the moon.)

As we celebrate International Moon Day 2024, a day dedicated to commemorating one of humanity's greatest achievements and exploring the future of lunar exploration. At Origin Antares® Incorp, we are deeply committed to advancing space technology and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. International Moon Day is an opportunity for us to reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us to this point and to envision the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. This year, we honor the pioneering spirit that led to the first moon landing and recognize the ongoing efforts to return to the moon, with a focus on sustainable lunar exploration. International Moon Day is not just about looking back at past achievements but also about inspiring the next generation of space explorers. Together, let's celebrate the past, present, and future of lunar exploration. 🚀Let's dream big, innovate, and work towards a brighter future in space. Happy International Moon Day 2024! #originantares #moonday #moonday2024 #space #spacetechnology #tothemoonandbeyond #beyondspace #exploration #scifi #celebration #future #futureofhumans #innovation

Water on the Moon: international prize launches for purifying lunar water Nearly 6 in 10 (58%) people in the UK believe that developing technology for the harsh environment of space could help us back on Earth, with more than half (56%) believing that using technology in space means we can better understand our own planet and how to protect it. The new research from Challenge Works and the UK Space Agency marks the launch of the £1.2m Aqualunar Challenge. The new international challenge prize - in collaboration with the Canadian Space Agency | Agence spatiale canadienne and Impact Canada - is rewarding the creation of innovative technologies to make human habitation on the Moon viable by finding ways to purify water buried beneath the lunar surface. The research of 2,000 adults in the UK conducted by polling agency Opinium found that 62% of people believe that technologies designed for space exploration should have applications here on Earth, with more than half (51%) saying technologies designed for the Moon should prioritise sustainability.  #Moon #Space #LunarWater #UK #Canada #Technology #Earth #PurifyingWater #AqualunarChallenge #GlobalInnovation #LunarWater #Innovation https://lnkd.in/eR78yXPY

🌕 Japan's Advancements in Space Tourism and Exploration 🌕 Space Tourism / Migration: Efforts towards lunar transportation are underway, with Yspace partnering on logistics for lunar missions and ONETABLE supplying space food to the ISS. These initiatives are crucial in demonstrating the feasibility of space travel and supporting human activities beyond Earth. Space Exploration / Space Mining: The first private-sector moon landing was attempted in April 2023. Although unsuccessful, lessons were learned, and further missions are in the pipeline. ispace has been actively forming partnerships, including agreements with Skyroot, HEX20, and Orbit Fab, to establish sustainable space operations and fuel lunar exploration. Japan is making significant strides in space tourism and exploration, setting the stage for future missions and commercial opportunities in the lunar economy. The market potential is vast, with space travel expected to become a major industry in the coming decades. 🚀🌌 #SpaceTourism #LunarExploration #SpaceInnovation #JapanSpace #FutureOfSpace

China has unveiled an ambitious plan to become a global space power by 2050, focusing on major scientific breakthroughs. With a roadmap that includes manned lunar missions by 2030, the development of a lunar research station, and explorations of Mars, Jupiter, black holes, and the search for extraterrestrial life, China is positioning itself as a key player in the race for space dominance. This comprehensive strategy, developed by the China National Space Administration, will transform current scientific advancements into future growth opportunities across 17 priority areas. It is clear that space is not just a frontier for exploration, but a growing arena for economic development and global influence. At the Space Economy Institute, we are closely monitoring these developments, as they present enormous opportunities and challenges for the global space economy. The space race is evolving, with public and private actors driving innovation in telecommunications, research, and beyond. Learn more about how space ambitions like these could redefine the future of industries across the globe and how we can help you seize these opportunities. #SpaceEconomyMaster #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceEconomyInstitute #Space

🌕 #China Expands #International Lunar #Research Station (ILRS) #Collaboration!🌍 China is on a #mission to establish a permanent #lunar base by the 2030s, and they are actively seeking collaboration with 50 countries to make this vision a reality. 🚀 Recently, Serbia became the 11th country to join this ambitious initiative. The ILRS project is a key part of China's strategy to boost international cooperation in space #exploration and strengthen its global influence. The project includes a series of precursor missions, such as Chang’e-7 and Chang’e-8, which are set to explore the lunar south pole and focus on #scientific research and resource utilization. This collaborative effort represents a significant step forward in space exploration, promising exciting #advancements and #opportunities for participating countries. #SpaceExploration #LunarResearch #ChinaSpace #ILRS #InternationalCooperation #SpaceScience