Prof. Kate Robson-Brown: How science will bridge the gap to industry

In a fight for space resources, industry and defence are winning. Is there still a bright future for space-based science? Space academic extraordinaire Prof. Kate Robson-Brown tells the full story of what it means to do science in space, and how to bridge the gap to industry: “There’s never been more opportunity for science to engage in space programmes than now.” Are nano-satellites made of wood possible? What’s the next big thing in microgravity innovation? How can the boundaries between academia and business be made as porous as possible? How can academics develop business skills? How can pathways for impact from academia to business be identified? How can academic experts present the latest evidence to the government? How will access to space change in an increasingly privatised space world? Key topics: Microgravity International Space Station Space Wooden satellites Academia Professor Kate Robson-Brown: UCD Vice-President for Research, Innovation and Impact President of the European Low Gravity Research Association (ELGRA). Previous co-chair of the Space Academic Network & Member of the Space Partnership Board. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.