NASA Welcomes Media to the 2026 von Braun Space Exploration Symposium: Join the Future of Space Discovery

Members of the press are cordially invited to attend the 2026 von Braun Space Exploration Symposium, taking place from Monday, 26th October to Wednesday, 28th October at the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Focus on Lunar Exploration and Future Technologies

This year’s symposium will centre on pivotal themes such as humanity’s anticipated return to the Moon, the establishment of sustainable lunar infrastructure, advanced propulsion technologies, and the evolution of the space workforce. The event promises a rich programme featuring engaging panels and discussions.

Among the panel topics are in-depth explorations of Artemis II and III missions, concise presentations on space propulsion, strategies for developing utilities and infrastructure for sustainable lunar operations, resilience in the Moon base supply chain, advancements in space nuclear technology, and navigating the evolving NASA workforce. The symposium will also highlight engineering innovations, alongside keynote speeches and awards presentations.

Notable Speakers from NASA

Esteemed speakers from NASA will include:

• Deputy Associate Administrator Casey Swails
• Stephen Cash, Director, NASA Marshall
• Nicky Fox, Associate Administrator, Science Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters
• Charlie Blackwell-Thompson, Artemis II Launch Director, NASA Kennedy
• Steve Creech, Human Landing System Program Manager, NASA Marshall
• Debbie Whitis Korth, Acting Program Manager, Orion Program, NASA Johnson

For those wishing to secure interviews with NASA representatives during the event, media personnel are encouraged to reach out to Lance D. Davis at lance.d.davis@nasa.gov and Joel Wallace at joel.w.wallace@nasa.gov. Additionally, members of the media who wish to participate either in person or online should contact the American Astronomical Society for registration details.

Collaborative Efforts in Space Exploration

The symposium is organised by the American Astronautical Society in partnership with NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, based in Huntsville, Alabama. This annual event brings together leaders from various sectors including government, industry, policy, and academia to engage in discussions about the current state of space exploration and to help navigate a forward-looking agenda.

For further information regarding NASA Marshall, please visit their official website: https://www.nasa.gov/marshall.

For inquiries, please contact:

Lance D. Davis
Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala.
256-640-9065
lance.d.davis@nasa.gov