17th International Space Challenge
Inspiring Generations of Space Leaders Since 2007
One of the few international platforms that connects young minds across the globe with industry experts, to nurture interest in space technology and its applications.
5,000+ Participants | 150 Institutions | 40 Countries
17th ISC Theme: Living in Space
Humanity’s next monumental challenge.
Living in Space presents a multitude of challenges, from the unforgiving environment to the logistical complexities of sustaining life beyond our planet. But these challenges also hold immense potential, not only for pushing the boundaries of human exploration, but also for improving life back on Earth through advancements in healthcare and food security.
Dr Maliki Osman, Second Minister for Education
“This is an emerging area of interest within the space industry, and I hope it will interest our young scientists and engineers… to apply themselves to this issue.”
Subject Matter Experts
Dr Pratibha Ravindran
Scientist, A*STAR
Mr Arno den Toom
Founder, ArSa Consultancy
Dr Afshin Beheshti
Principal Investigator, Blue Marble Space Institute of Science
Mr Hamza Hameed
Head of Space & Development, Access Partnership
Dr Solange Massa
CEO, Ecoatoms
Mr Kohei Yoshioka
Co-CEO & CFO, IDDK Co., Ltd.
Mr Elison Blancaflor
Portfolio Scientist, NASA Kennedy Space Center
Prof Jeremy Teo
Assistant Professor, New York University Abu Dhabi
Miss Katherine Herrera-Jordan
CEO, Verne Technologies S.A.
17th ISC Winners List
| Prize | Recipient |
|---|---|
| STARTER CATEGORY | |
| Judges’ Award | Racoons |
| Merit Award | Astra, ACS(I) 3 |
| Distinction Award | Team Orion, RVHS Team, Racoons |
| ADVANCED CATEGORY | |
| Merit Award | Wildcats, Zombie Laika |
| Distinction Award | LIBRA, <><> |
| Grand Prize | Plusoné |
| JUNIOR CATEGORY | |
| Distinction Award | MiyakKobecco |
| Rising Stars | Spacetatouille |
| Overall | |
| Most Innovative | Pioneer |
| Tech 4 Good | KOLONYA |
| IDDK Prize | SateLab |
| SPECIAL AWARDS | |
| Best Mentor Award | Dr Mark Angelo Purio (Adamson University), Ms Lau Shi Yun (River Valley High School) |
Calendar of Events
- 4 May 2024: Early Bird Ends
- July 2024: Kick-Off Briefing
- July – September: Industry Seminars, Technical Workshops, Meet-the-Expert Sessions (Mid-September to Early October)
- 1 September 2024: Registration Closes
- 13 October 2024: Project Submission Deadline
- 22 November: Expand Space: Awards Ceremony
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