Call for Speakers: 2025 International Space Development Call for Speakers: 2025 International Space Development Conference (ISDC)
The National Space Society (NSS) is looking for speakers for the 2025 International Space Development Conference® (ISDC®). The event takes place June 19-22 in Orlando, Florida. It brings together experts, engineers, scientists, educators, students, and space fans. If you love space, this is your chance to share your ideas!
Topics Include:
- Exploring and settling the Moon and Mars
- Advancing new spaceflight technology
- Expanding business and job opportunities in space
- Improving life support systems for long missions
- Enhancing space solar power and clean energy solutions
- Understanding space law and policies
- Addressing space debris and planetary defense challenges
Confirmed Speakers:
This year, ISDC 2025 will feature many exciting speakers. Notably, the lineup includes:
- Jared Isaacman – Mission Commander, Polaris Dawn & Inspiration4
- Chris Ferguson – Former NASA & Boeing Astronaut
- Robert “Hoot” Gibson – Former NASA Chief Astronaut
- Dr. Martine Rothblatt – CEO, United Therapeutics Corporation
- Tariq Malik – Editor-in-Chief, Space.com
- Dr. Pascal Lee – Scientist, SETI Institute & Mars Institute
- Rod Pyle – Editor-in-Chief, Ad Astra magazine
- Bryan Versteeg – Concept Designer, Spacehabs.com
- Joe Haldeman – Bestselling Science Fiction Author
Apply to Speak
Are you interested in speaking? Submit your abstract as soon as possible. The deadline is March 31, 2025. Because submissions are reviewed in the order they arrive, early applications have a better chance. Since selection is not guaranteed, it’s best to act quickly!
To apply, visit ISDC Call for Abstracts and click “Submit an Abstract.”
About the National Space Society (NSS)
The NSS promotes space exploration and development. Since 1987, it has reached millions through events, media, and education. By working together, we can build a future where humanity thrives beyond Earth. For more information, visit nss.org.