Space Station Explorers

We hope you’ve had a chance to follow us on https://www.facebook.com/ISSNATIONALLAB for all the latest news, opportunities and cool info happening with the ISS National Lab. Don’t worry, the information on this page won’t go away, but we’ll no longer be posting as of May 23, 2025. The community is critical to building our next generation of scientists and explorers and we greatly appreciate and value all you’ve brought to our mission. Can't wait to see you on International Space Station National Laboratory!

You don't have to be on the of to watch a rocket launch! 🚀

Grab a coffee ☕ and join us early tomorrow morning—really early—for live coverage as NASA's SpaceX launches to the International Space Station to deliver more than 6,700 pounds of science and supplies to the orbiting outpost!
Details are here: https://ow.ly/fPYf50VCW5n

Exciting News! 📰 We're merging our pages to bring you more news, opportunities, connections, and updates about all the exciting ISS National Lab activities. STEM and Workforce Development is a priority for the ISS National Lab and if you’re already following us, we’re glad you’re here. If not, we hope you’ll follow us International Space Station National Laboratory and learn more about the ISS National Lab and how we’re looking to the future while bringing benefits back to Earth right now!
Join us here: on https://ow.ly/kbG250VBUS6

Would be great to ask NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim how his first few days on station have been...

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You've got less than a week left to submit your for the 2025 International Space Station Research and Development Conference ( ) in Seattle before the abstract submission period closes on April 18.
Don't miss the deadline: https://ow.ly/SHjj50VA4rX

It's a wrap for 2025! Our Team—including George Booth, our Specialist—had an out-of-this-world time meeting and talking with the Teacher Liaisons to share how our programs (for students of all ages!) can help bring space right into the classroom. Special thanks to our friends from ISSAbove for joining us!

Missed us or have more questions? Drop us a note here and we'll get back to you!

The Genes in Space contest IS still open but not for long! ⏳

Still thinking about applying? You've got time! Applications are due April 14th. We want to see YOU at the launchpad! 🚀

🚀 Visit https://www.genesinspace.org/ to apply!🧬We're inviting U.S. students in grades 7-12 to design original DNA experiments that improve space exploration. The winning entry is conducted by astronauts on the International Space Station! All you need is a good idea and the passion to pursue it!

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you don't have to be a rocket scientist to present your ideas at 2025? If you've got an idea how to use the International Space Station to benefit Earth or future exploration, the at the International Space Station Research & Development Conference is for you!

Submit your abstract by April 18, 2025 for the chance to join us in Seattle July 28- 31!
Details are here: https://www.issconference.org/

2025 is fast approaching and we want you to join us!

Pack your bags and meet us in Seattle for the only conference dedicated to the groundbreaking science enabled by the International Space Station. Register now to hear dynamic speakers, panels and lightning talks led by leaders from the commercial sector, U.S. government agencies, and academic communities highlighting and through our nation’s orbiting outpost.
Early bird pricing ends May 23rd so register now: https://ow.ly/ZIge50VtNS7

Are you a looking for a way to take your R&D to new heights?

We're taking a giant leap in fostering new space innovators with the launch of the Orbital Edge Accelerator program. This exciting new opportunity will see six pioneering startups selected to receive an investment of up to $500,000 each, mentorship and the opportunity to launch an ISS National Lab-sponsored investigation to the International Space Station!
Details: https://ow.ly/bgc250VtnKj

the ISS National Lab has a highlighting the excitement of science in space? From the return of to a new to what's in an astronaut's toolbox, check out the hot-off-the-press March issue of Space Station Spotlight to learn what we've been up to!
Read and subscribe here: https://ow.ly/o6nt50VrPhB