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Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Basic Research Directorate Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) in partnership with White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and National Science Foundation (NSF) invites you to the upcoming workshop scheduled between 10-11 October 2023 located at Basic Research Innovation Collaboration Center (BRICC) - 4100 Fairfax Dr #450 Arlington, VA.
Event Description:In the spring of 2023, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy released "The National Low Earth Orbit Research and Development Strategy" that outlines how the nation can realize and institutionalize the scientific, economic, diplomatic, and educational benefits of LEO research platforms for the future. As we work to further explore the Moon and Mars, the use of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) grows, and the International Space Station begins its phased retirement, it is crucial that we maintain preeminence in space research. This workshop will provide an opportunity for government stakeholders in LEO S&T to discuss the implications of the new strategy and answer questions, identify relevant areas of collaboration, and map the path forward for this next chapter in LEO S&T. As part of this workshop participants will work in sub working groups on specific topics to identify actions required to achieve the objectives of the Strategy.
The goal of the workshop is to improve greater government-wide coordination across Low Earth Orbit Research and Development topics. Attendees will have the opportunity, via breakout groups, to build partnerships with other federal agencies towards research on the ISS and future Commercial LEO destinations (CLDs) platforms.
Registration Information:• Event is by invitation only• Advance registration is required for all attendees• Registration is closed. A final confirmation notice will be sent via email ~ 5 October 2023. Meeting Location: Basic Research Innovation Collaboration Center (BRICC) - 4100 Fairfax Dr #450 Arlington, VA. Agenda at a Glance:Tue, 10 October 2023 Registration/Check In 0800-0900; Program 0900-1700Wed, 11 October 2023 Registration/Check In 0800-0900; Program 0900-1200*Draft Agenda - as of 13 September 2023Attire:Military - Uniform of the DayCivilians - Business Casual
Food and Beverages:• A landing fee of $43 is requested in advance to provide food and beverage. Day one will consist of all day beverages, snacks, continental breakfast and working lunch. Day two will consist of all day beverages, snacks. Landing fee is optional but HIGHLY encouraged due to limited time. • Submit your digital payments to Cindy Barner no later than 5 October 2023CashApp - $CindyBarner; Venmo - @CBarner - Please include "LEO" in note section• Cancelation/refund policy: Full refund will be provided to those who cancel (in writing to Cindy Barner) before 4 October. Partial refunds will be on case by case after the deadline. Local Area Information: Individuals are responsible for their own reservation and payment methods• Airport Options: (1) Ronald Regan Airport (2) Dulles Airport (3) Baltimore/Washington International Airport)• Lodging Options: Click on links for Special Rates or direct websiteHilton Arlington - 950 North Stafford Street Arlington, VA 22203; 703–528–6000 Westin Arlington Gateway - 801 N. Glebe Road Arlington, VA 22203; 703–717–6200 - Special RateHoliday Inn Arlington at Ballston - 4610 N. Fairfax Dr. Arlington, VA 22203; 703–243–9800Residence Inn Arlington Ballston - 650 N Quincy Street Arlington, VA 22203; 703–310–1999 - Special Rate• Parking Options: Garage Parking is available at this location. Additional parking can be found at Ballston Common Mall or surrounding parking garages• Metro: Orange Line (Ballston) - BRICC is one block from metro
Assistance:• Technical questions please contact Stacie Williams (AFRL/AFOSR) stacie.williams.1@us.af.mil; Robyn Gatens (NASA) robyn.gatens@nasa.gov, Christie Cox (NASA) christie.l.cox@nasa.gov and Ronald Joslin (NSF) rjoslin@nsf.gov• Logistical questions please contact Cindy Barner (AFRL/AFOSR DAG Event Planner) cindy.barner@us.af.mil