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Lecture Series: Space Research and Exploration
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:55
Abstract
Lecture Series about selected topics of space research and exploration consisting of individual talks given by different leading experts from academia and industry.
Objective
Attending students will - experience the interdisciplinarity of space research and exploration spanning physics, engineering, geosciences, biology and more - get familiar with the Swiss space research and industry landscape - enhance their communication skills by broadening their research horizon - have the opportunity for direct learning by posing questions to experts
Content
The field of space research and exploration is intrinsically interdisciplinary. Cutting edge space activities are dominated by an interplay between the scientifically desirable and the technologically possible. The ‘Lecture Series: Space Research and Exploration’ aims to shed light on key questions engaged by leading scientists and engineers today. It consists of weekly lectures, given by different speakers with vast experience in their respective field (e.g., Human Spaceflight, System Engineering of Spacecraft, Space Life Sciences, Space-based astrophysics). Subsequent to the talk, the student will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding by asking questions to the presenter in a moderated Q&A. Confirmed speakers include: 17.09. – Prof. Sascha Quanz (ETHZ): Search for Life on Extrasolar Planets 24.09. – Dr. Anna Kubik (ETHZ): Orbital Dynamics 01.10. – Maximilian Kirchhoff (Beyond Gravity): Private Space Industry 08.10. – Jennifer Wadsworth (ESDI): Astrobiology 15.10. – Shady Elshater (Rocket Factory Augsburg): New Space - Launchers 29.10. – Dr. Adrian Glauser (ETHZ): James Webb Space Telescope 05.11. – Prof. Thomas Zurbuchen (ETHZ): Managing and Leading Large Teams and Organisations 19.11. – Dr. Thomas Reiter (ESA Astronaut): Firsthand Insights into MIR & ISS 26.11. – Prof. Louise Harra (ETHZ, PMOD/WRC): Solar Exploration 03.12. – Prof. Didier Queloz (ETHZ, Cambridge): Discovering Extrasolar Planets 10.12. – Dr. Florian Kehl (ETHZ): Robotics and In-Situ Measurements in Space 19.12. – Dr. Hendrik Kolvenbach (ETHZ): Legged Robotics for Space Exploration
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | Lecture Series: Space Research and Exploration |
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2 h weekly |
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Electives (This is only a small selection. Other courses from the ETH course catalogue may be chosen. Please consult the "Richtlinien zu Projekten, Praktika, Seminare" (German only), ).)
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Electives (Courses can be chosen from the complete offerings of the ETH Zurich and University of Zurich (according to prior agreement with the subject advisor).)
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