Make sure you arrive early enough with a valid ticket! We will close the doors at 9AM sharp!
The day kicks off in grand style with the opening ceremony, which includes our welcome message and a speech by the Head of Establishment Dietmar Pilz, kindly hosting the YPE again this year. Following that, there will be a Young ESA panel featuring insights from young professionals across all European sites, highlighting this year's exciting advances. To wrap up, we are thrilled to present a...
Come and meet your Director General! In this first hour the DG will be interviewed on stage on different topics - from his role in ESA and the associated political aspects to his views on the Young Professional community. You will also be able to ask your questions in a Q&A session at the end!
The DG will be joined on stage by the directors of HRE and SCI to discuss ESA's strategy for Science and Exploration. The session will finish with a Q&A.
Ever wondered what happens to the physical and mental state of astronauts during spaceflight? There's no better way to know than listening directly to an astronaut talk about their personal experience! The astronaut will be joined by an exploration scientist in space biology and a flight surgeon for an interactive panel. The session will not only cover currently known stressors, but also how...
The Moon & Mars Session will focus on the new European strategy for exploring Moon and Mars destinations in the coming decades, a top priority for the Agency. We'll start by delving into general aspects of this strategy, such as the development of technologies initially tailored for a specific destination and later re-scaled for others. Following that, we'll explore how Moon and Mars-specific...
Embark on a captivating science session delving into the depths of deep space, navigating from the marvels of our solar system to the mysteries of exoplanets and the enigma of dark energy. Take part in a journey through fundamental questions in cosmology and planetary science, promising profound insights into the forefront of space exploration.
The closing party for the 2024 Young Professional Event. Access is restricted to ticket holders.