UAE Space Agency to host astronauts at University Roadshow

The roadshow will consist of a series of lectures at universities across the UAE and aims to raise awareness about space among students.

The appearances come as part of the Space Agency’s efforts to enhance human capital and contribute to the sustainable development of the space sector.

During their presentations, the astronauts will be discussing the milestones of their careers, including the experience of exiting Earth’s atmosphere aboard space shuttles. They will also provide insight into the scientific research carried out as part of their missions, the significance of space exploration and ways for students to pursue careers in the space sector.

The Space Agency announced that it will host former NASA astronaut Marsha Ivins as part of its celebrations for World Space Week, which takes place between October 4th and 10th. Ivins will speak at the American University in Dubai on October 3rd, the American University of Sharjah on the 4th, the UAE University on the 5th and Khalifa University on the 6th. Subsequent lectures are yet to be confirmed.

Dr Khalifa Al Rumaithi, chairman of the UAE Space Agency, said: “The lectures held by the UAE Space Agency fall within its strategic framework of developing specialized personnel that will be capable of leading the national space sector. They are also part of the educational programs that accompany the Global Space Congress, which is to be hosted by the UAE this January.”