Technopark Lucerne will host NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025
Root - Technopark Lucerne is hosting this year's NASA Space Apps Challenge on 4 and 5 October. The event is the world's largest hackathon for Earth and space innovation. It aims to help turn ideas into practical solutions.
Technopark Lucerne is hosting this year's NASA Space Apps Challenge. According to a statement from the Technopark, the event will take place on 4 and 5 October and aims to connect Swiss and international companies with global experts. As the venue for the world's largest hackathon for Earth and space innovation, Lucerne aims to establish itself as a pioneer in the fields of space technology, artificial intelligence, robotics, and sustainability.
The Space Apps Challenge aims to promote innovation and turn bold ideas into practical solutions, according to the statement. Companies are invited to submit their strategic challenges in the areas of space technology and planetary science, artificial intelligence for decision-making, robotics and autonomous systems, environmental sustainability, and cybersecurity for space infrastructure by 20 August. These challenges will then be tackled by a multidisciplinary, international team to develop actionable, scalable prototypes.
By participating, companies can turn their challenges into solutions through collaboration with experts as well as increase their visibility among global investors, decision-makers, and policymakers.
«Our mission is to turn real industry challenges into breakthrough solutions by connecting Swiss and international expertise,» Paulo Pinheiro, Manager Lead of the Space Apps Challenge Lucerne 2025, is quoted as saying. «At NASA Space Apps Lucerne 2025, we’re accelerating innovation that matters – for space, for Earth, and for the future.»