Get ready to blast off! 🚀 On August 12, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region will host the finals of the 2024 International Space Science and Scientific Payload Competition. Nearly 200 teams from over 50 countries and regions have joined this stellar event, with more than 1,000 participants shooting for the stars.
Among these cosmic explorers, 30 standout teams from 10 countries and regions have made it to the grand finale in Hong Kong SAR. These young visionaries will present their innovative ideas and concepts in space science and payload design, pushing the boundaries of what's possible beyond our planet.
But that's not all! The event will feature an exclusive round-table talk with four distinguished guests:
- Olivier Contant, Executive Director and Academician at the International Academy of Astronautics.
- Xu Yansong, Director General of the Education and Training Department at the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization.
- Bernard Foing, Executive Director of the International Lunar Exploration Working Group (ILEWG) and President of Space Renaissance International.
- Niu Aimin, Vice President for International Cooperation at the USPACE Technology Group Limited.
This is a unique opportunity for young space enthusiasts to connect with leaders in the field, exchange ideas, and maybe even find inspiration for the next giant leap for mankind! 🌕✨
Whether you're a budding astronaut, an aspiring engineer, or just someone who dreams of the cosmos, this event is sure to ignite your imagination. Stay tuned for updates, and who knows—you might just witness the birth of the next big thing in space exploration!
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How to advance space science through payload design and collaboration
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