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Space 2.0 | Research & Technology for Our Future in Space
Our research and development efforts are focused primarily on issues related to the expansion of the human population into the near-Earth region of space. We seek to help open the door to space so that humanity can take its first permanent steps into our solar system, access the vast resources to be found there, and create a vibrant space economy and private industry that can support further development. Through outreach and advocacy we seek to inform the public about the real, pro-economic, and down-to-Earth benefits of space development and to accelerate the process. Our research interests include space-based resource acquisition & utilization (ISRU), applied technologies, life systems, exploration, and human settlement as well as key emerging technologies like robotics, nanotechnology, and plasma engineering. The institute also acts as a space exploration and development advocate and supports public outreach, student, & advocacy efforts.
" It seems to me obvious in too many ways to need listing that we cannot much longer depend upon our planet's relatively fragile ecosystem to handle the realities of the human tomorrow. Unless we turn human growth and energy toward the challenges and promises of space, our only other choice may be the awful risk, currently demonstrable, of stumbling into a cycle of fratricide and regression which could end all chances of our evolving further or of even surviving." Gene Roddenberry, Planetary Report Vol. 1, 1981
Space Technologies & Fundamental Research
Our primary research interests span space science, research, & technology development with a focus on space resource acquisition and utilization, space infrastructure development, and human settlement. We work under the belief that a significant effort to develop and settle the nearby solar system is in the best long-term interest for Humanity and can help alleviate many old and emerging issues here on Earth. As the human population expands, and increasing numbers of that population occupy more advanced societies, our Earthly resources will become too scarce for our continued development. Additionally, it is clear that we must adapt to changes here on Earth related to our population, pollution, and massive resource consumption. We believe that the time to transition to a space-faring society is now in the interest of alleviating resource pressures on Earth, providing for economic expansion, and improving the quality of life for all of Humanity. The Institute for Space Development Research is interested in the way in which our expansion into space will transition from one of scientific exploration to one of commerce, development, and settlement. Space access and infrastructure is the bridge between a world in need and the endless resources of space.
Advocacy & Outreach
The Institute for Space Development Research strongly believes that public outreach and inclusion is a critical mechanism for supporting our industry through encouraging young people to pursue science careers and by allowing the public to both understand scientific efforts and share in the excitement of discovery. Doing so fosters a more positive view of space exploration and encourages funding toward increased research and development. Additionally, it is vital that the public be aware of the possibilities and developments in space and that their informed voice be heard on this important topic. To that end, the Institute for Space Development Research encourages and supports a variety of communicative media for space and science activities and promotes community activity to raise awareness among our government officials about the potential benefits of space.
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News & Notes Time sensitive actions you can take today to advocate space development.
March 4, 2010 26th National Space Symposium February 18-20, 2010 Next-Generation Suborbital Researchers Conference (NSRC) February 18–20, 2010 ISDR was present for this very successful conference. February 7, 2010 ISDR is once again a sponsor of
Brought to Boulder by CUSEDS February 1, 2010 NASA Budget 2011 Available here PDF November 3, 2009 ISDR attends the 2nd Annual Space Policy Panel at the University of Colorado, Boulder. October 30, 2009 ISDR joins the Space exploration advocacy initiative October 22, 2009 Augustine Committee releases final report It is available here October 1, 2009 Astronaut Col. James Voss Presents
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The Institute for Space Development Research (ISDR) is a Boulder Colorado non-profit research & technology organization enabling the future of humanity in space. 
