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The President of ROSA, awarded the Doctor Honoris Causa of the Politehnica University of Bucharest
19.09.2019
The Romanian Space Agency celebrates 50 years since humankind first stepped on the Moon
18.07.2019
The 8th IAA Conference on Space Systems as Critical Infrastructures
28.06.2019
ROSA signs Declaration for launching the Space Climate Observatory
25.06.2019

NEWS

From space to sustainable development on Earth

How is the European Space Agency (ESA) supporting a sustainable development? Space research, technology and exploration push the limits of human ingenuity and abilities, expanding the frontiers of possibility in everything from launchers and satellites to teamwork and international collaboration.

The Core Engine of Ariane 6 completed qualification tests

Ariane 6, Europe's next-generation launch vehicle, has passed another key development milestone. Its Vulcain 2.1 liquid-fuelled engine has now completed its qualification testing, which means combined tests can now begin.

2019 World Space Week begins today

World Space Week (WSW), an international celebration of science and technology, is starting today in Romania and all over the world. 45 events dedicated to space will take place between 4 – 10 October 2019, in Romania. From educational projects dedicated to the very young to conferences open to the public, the activities will be sure to entertain space enthusiasts. You can see the complete list of events here.

The breaking of a huge iceberg, monitored by Copernicus

A huge iceberg has broken off the Amery Ice Shelf in Antarctica, between 22 and 25 September as estimated. Dubbed D28, the iceberg is around 1 600 sq km — about the size of Greater London. Approximately 30 km wide and 60 km long, it is estimated to weigh over 300 billion tonnes.

EVENTS

Bilateral meeting for PRODEX and Science Industry Day

On 3 October 2019, the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) organised the event "ESA-Romania PRODEX Bilateral and Science Industry Day", dedicated to discussing the status of the PRODEX scientific support programme and meeting with the business environment. The event was hosted by the Institute of Space Science (ISS).

The President of ROSA, awarded the Doctor Honoris Causa of the Politehnica University of Bucharest

The Politehnica University of Bucharest has awarded the Doctor Honoris Causa distinction to the President of the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA), Dr. Phys. Marius-Ioan Piso. The ceremony took place on Friday, 13 September 2019. The honorary academic title was awarded to Mr. Piso at the initiative of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering.

ESA Info Day: the ESA proposal for the second phase of the NAVISP satellite navigation programme

On Monday, 2 September 2019, the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) and the European Space Agency (ESA) organised an info day regarding the ESA proposal for the second phase of the optional programme for satellite navigation – Navigation Innovation and Support Programme (NAVISP). The event was open to Romanian organisations such as universities, research institutions, industry and SMEs activating in relevant areas.

The Romanian Space Agency celebrates 50 years since humankind first stepped on the Moon

On Thursday, 18 July 2019, the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) and the Politehnica University of Bucharest (UPB) celebrated 50 years since humankind first stepped on the Moon by unveiling a plaque dedicated to the Apollo 11 mission. The event took place at the Politehnica University of Bucharest, on the Central Library Square, in the presence of representatives from the Romanian Government, the diplomatic corps, the research and academic community, Romanian industry and civil society.

EDUCATIONAL NEWS

Applications open for the ESA technology and robotics workshop for secondary teachers

The Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) invites secondary teachers to apply for the E-Technology Lab workshop organised by the European Space Agency (ESA) between 11-13 December 2019, in Belgium. Applications are open until 11 October 2019.

Applications open for the ESA technology and robotics workshop for primary teachers

The Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) invites primary-school teachers from Romania to apply for the e-Technology Lab workshop on technology and robotics, organised by the European Space Agency (ESA). The workshop will take place on 2-3 December 2019 in Belgium. Applications are open until 11 October 2019.

Astro Pi Challenge for 2019-2020 open

The Astro Pi Challenge, organised by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Raspberry Pi Foundation, is now open. The Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) invites young people from all over Romania to create and send a code that could run on the computers onboard the International Space Station (ISS). The European AstroPi Challenge is divided into Mission Zero (deadline 20 March 2020) and Mission Space Lab (deadline 25 October 2019).

Make a difference in your environment with Climate Detectives 2019-2020

The Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) is inviting teams of students aged between 8 and 15 years to participate in the European Space Agency (ESA) 2019-2020 Climate Detectives school project. The challenge is to identify a local climate problem, investigate it by using satellite images, take measurements on the ground, and then propose a way to monitor or mitigate it. The deadline to register is 31 October 2019.

ROSA PRESIDENT

President of the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA) since 2004 and, at the same time CEO starting 1995, Marius-Ioan Piso, PhD, coordinates the Agency's activity on three strategic directions.

 

STAR PROGRAMME

The Programme for Research, Development and Innovation STAR offers national support for implementing the Agreement between Romania and ESA regarding Romania's accession to the ESA Convention.

COMPETENCE CENTRES

The Space Technology Competences Centres aim at increasing the international competitiveness and visibility of Romania's space science and technology.

SPACE INDUSTRY IN ROMANIA

Economic entities in Romania that are active in the space sector..

SPACE RESEARCH IN ROMANIA

Romania's research community leading space research, development and technological projects.

ESERO ROMANIA

The European Space Education Resource Office — ESERO Romania uses the fascination of space to encourage teaching and learning STEM subjects.

ESA

ESA is an international organisation with 22 member states, whose mission is to elaborate and implement the European space programme. Romania is a member state since 2011.

ITT

The list of ESA invitations to tender, which contain the short description of the project, as well as technical, administrative and contractual requirements.

SPACE REPORT

The ROSA annual report presents Romania's activity in the space sector, as well as a list of research, development and technological entities active in this field.