More than 60 virtual presentations September 23-25 will share breakthroughs and lessons learned through space-based research
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER (FL), September 10, 2025 – The International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory, in cooperation with NASA and the American Astronautical Society (AAS), is proud to announce three days of virtual technical sessions highlighting the breadth and impact of research conducted in low Earth orbit (LEO).
These virtual sessions, taking place September 23-25, will allow the public and research community to learn about advancements in space-based R&D, following the decision earlier this year not to support an in-person International Space Station Research and Development Conference (ISSRDC). The full technical session schedule and instructions on how to register are available on the ISSRDC website.
ISSRDC technical sessions were a critical component of sharing results within the space research community to enable further collaboration and innovation. The momentum behind space-based research remains strong, with a record number of technical session proposals submitted for consideration earlier this year, underscoring the need for a platform to showcase these valuable findings.
More than 60 teams will present during the three days of virtual technical sessions, offering insights into how the space station continues to serve as a platform for fundamental and applied research that benefits life on Earth and expands our capabilities in space. Upon completion of the event, video recordings of each session will be available on the ISSRDC website.
Session topics include:
As the space station approaches 25 years of continuous human presence, these technical sessions showcase the value the orbiting laboratory brings to the scientific community and its role in shaping the LEO economy, strengthening national security, and preparing the space workforce of tomorrow. To date, more than 4,000 research investigations have been conducted on the space station. These investigations are from more than 5,000 researchers in over 110 countries, and findings have led to the publication of more than 4,400 scientific papers, advancing knowledge across a wide range of disciplines.
Again, to learn more about the technical sessions and follow along live, please visit the agenda and registration page.
For more information about ISS National Lab-sponsored science and its impact on Earth, visit our website.
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