NASA leaders Janet Petro and Vanessa Wyche will represent the agency at the 40th Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, sharing NASA's space exploration priorities, April 7-10, 2025.
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| NASA leaders Janet Petro and Vanessa Wyche will engage in key discussions at the 2025 Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, focusing on NASA's space missions and goals. Image: CH |
Washington D.C., USA — April 5, 2025:
NASA acting Administrator Janet Petro and acting Associate Administrator Vanessa Wyche will lead the agency's delegation at the prestigious 40th Space Symposium, scheduled for April 7-10, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The symposium is a major event in the space industry, attracting key players from around the world to discuss innovations, partnerships, and advancements in space exploration.
As part of NASA's participation, Petro will take the stage alongside Space Foundation CEO Heather Pringle for a fireside chat on Tuesday, April 8, at 12:15 p.m. EDT. The discussion will delve into NASA’s current initiatives, priorities, and the agency’s strategic partnerships to further space exploration.
Additionally, key NASA leaders will be involved in high-level talks. Nicola Fox, associate administrator of NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, will engage in a one-on-one discussion with attendees, sharing updates on the agency’s ongoing scientific missions. Lori Glaze, acting associate administrator of NASA's Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate, will participate in a panel focused on lunar science and exploration, a critical aspect of NASA's long-term goals.
Throughout the event, NASA will showcase its latest missions and projects at its exhibit space, where attendees can meet with subject matter experts to explore various topics related to space exploration. The symposium will provide a platform for industry professionals, researchers, and space enthusiasts to gain valuable insights into NASA’s continued leadership in space science and human exploration.
The 2025 Space Symposium represents an essential milestone for the space community, offering a venue for collaboration and the sharing of knowledge. With its participation, NASA aims to highlight its ongoing commitment to advancing lunar exploration, Mars missions, and groundbreaking scientific research that pushes the boundaries of human knowledge and technology in space.
As NASA continues to lead the charge in space exploration, the 40th Space Symposium will be an opportunity for the agency to forge stronger relationships with international partners and demonstrate its unwavering dedication to exploring new frontiers in space.