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Los Angeles, CA | May 23-26, 2024 Register for ISDC Today Home Program ISDC Sessions ISDC Schedule Featured Speakers ISDC Special Events Register Travel Venue and Accommodations Hotel Reservations For International Travelers Students Contest Student Info Contest Student Registration Student Travel Student Oral Presentation Guidelines for ISDC Poster Presentation Guidelines for ISDC Student Recommended Attire Space Settlement Contest For International Travelers Student Special Events Hotel Registration About About ISDC Over 40 Years of ISDC About The National Space Society Meet Isaac Arthur, President of the NSS Sponsorships Exhibitors At and Around ISDC Volunteering At ISDC FAQ Reviews Read Reviews Leave a Review NSS Privacy Policy Contact Us Home Program ISDC Sessions ISDC Schedule Featured Speakers ISDC Special Events Register Travel Venue and Accommodations Hotel Reservations For International Travelers Students Contest Student Info Contest Student Registration Student Travel Student Oral Presentation Guidelines for ISDC Poster Presentation Guidelines for ISDC Student Recommended Attire Space Settlement Contest For International Travelers Student Special Events Hotel Registration About About ISDC Over 40 Years of ISDC About The National Space Society Meet Isaac Arthur, President of the NSS Sponsorships Exhibitors At and Around ISDC Volunteering At ISDC FAQ Reviews Read Reviews Leave a Review NSS Privacy Policy Contact Us O Don’t just dream about space Be part of the mission Join Us at ISDC No Limits Shape the Future of Living in Space with Our Community Register for ISDC Today ISDC Hotel Information register for isdc today isdc hotel information In Los Angeles at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel Thursday, May 23rd to Sunday, May 26th, 2024 William Shatner to receive Heinlein Prize Trust Award at ISDC 2024 William Shatner, celebrated actor, celebrity, and private astronaut, will be honored at the National Space Society’s 2024 International Space Development Conference (ISDC) this May. He is set to receive the prestigious Robert A. Heinlein Memorial Award, which recognizes individuals who have significantly contributed over their lifetime to the advancement of a free spacefaring civilization. Photo Credit: Gage Skidmore National Space Society’s 42nd Annual: International Space Development Conference (ISDC) Diverse Engaging Innovative Inspiring Pioneering What you can do at ISDC This YEAR’S Events Tour #1 Griffith Observatory Tour Wednesday, May 22 from 11:30 am to 5 pm Tour Costs $75 Per Person Join Rod Pyle, renowned space historian, author, and podcaster, for an exclusive tour of LA’s Griffith Observatory. With his unique insider knowledge from past experience at the observatory, Rod will offer a deeply informative and personal perspective on this iconic landmark. Hosted by NSS ISDC, the event includes round-trip bus transportation and a curated selection of observatory activities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the stars with an expert guide! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Have Questions? Call Aggie at 1 (949) 836-8464 Tour #2 Southern California Aerospace Tour Wednesday, May 22 from 9 am to 4 pm Tour Costs $75 Per Person Embark on a captivating journey through aerospace innovation. Start at the California Science Center with the Space Shuttle Endeavour and a flight simulator. Visit the Columbia Memorial Space Center for a glimpse of the future "Inspiration" shuttle and Blue Origin’s "Shepard." Experience cutting-edge Martian technology at SpaceX, and conclude at the Flight Path Museum, celebrating aviation legends. Hosted by NSS ISDC. Tour includes transportation and promises an unforgettable experience, ending back at Sheraton Gateway. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Have Questions? Call Aggie at 1 (949) 836-8464 Art Displays Where Creativity Meets the Cosmos Entrepreneurs of the Exosphere Space Business and Startups Cosmic Conversations Expert Panel Discussions Expo: Future’s Frontier Viewing cutting-edge space tech and exhibitions. Meet an Astronaut Engaging with Astronauts and first-hand accounts TechTalks: Beyond Earth Technical Presentations Starship Scholars Showcase Student Space Settlement Contest Stellar Socials Networking with space aficionados Galactic Governance Gatherings Space Policy Discussions Don’t Miss It! See All Conference-Specific Interests Visit the 2024 Space Solar Power Symposium! The Space Solar Power Symposium will be a multidisciplinary dynamic forum focusing on understanding the current endeavors and engaging the technical audience in a collaborative discussion of approaches to achieving modular end-to-end Space Solar Power Systems for different venues. The Symposium will draw out opportunities for coordination, cooperation, collaboration, and competition. The Space Solar Power Symposium begins Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at the Sheraton Gateway, the day before ISDC opens. Learn more about the Space solar power symposium The Space Tourism Conference is on the Wednesday preceding ISDC 2024 Space tourism is soaring! The last few years in the sector have been historic and inspiring. Join us at the Space Tourism Conference and its Space Tourism Awards reception Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at the Sheraton Gateway, the day before ISDC opens. Learn more about the Space Tourism Conference Shape the Future of Space Exploration! Call for Abstracts - ISDC 2024 Have groundbreaking research or innovative ideas about our cosmic journey? ISDC 2024 is your platform to share, inspire, and make an impact. Click Here to Submit an Abstract Thank You TO This Year’s Sponsors Thank You TO This Year’s Sponsors Alla Malko, PhD SPONSOR WEBSITE NASA Federal Credit Union SPONSOR WEBSITE BookPress SPONSOR WEBSITE ISEC SPONSOR WEBSITE XISP SPONSOR WEBSITE Heinlein Prize Trust SPONSOR WEBSITE SPACE Canada SPONSOR WEBSITE Embark on the Journey Three Steps to Launch While many are content just watching the stars, this community is full of those who aim to reach them. 003 Early Bird Advantage Secure your place with our exclusive early-bird pricing. 002 Dive into ISDC Mark your calendar! May 23-26 in sunny Los Angeles. 001 Join the Tribe Experience ISDC. Become a part of something cosmic. Register for ISDC Today Embark on the Journey Three Steps to Launch While many are content just watching the stars, this community is full of those who aim to reach them. 003 Early Bird Advantage Secure your place with our exclusive early-bird pricing. 002 Dive into ISDC Mark your calendar! 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