Call for Poster Session Proposals

Space Policy, Science, and Technology Symposium @ Purdue, hosted by the Purdue Policy Research Institute (PPRI), brings together leaders across sectors to deliberate the direction of space policy and press forward together in achieving a stable, prosperous, and secure future.

With generous support and collaboration with the College of Engineering, PPRI proudly celebrates the 150th Anniversary of Engineering at Purdue. A third day has been added to the Space Policy, Science, and Technology Symposium @ Purdue to showcase the breadth and excellence of space research across all the colleges and schools at Purdue University. All faculty and graduate students engaged in space-related research are invited to submit a proposal to present a poster at the Space Policy, Science, and Technology Symposium @ Purdue 2025 Poster Session.

Important dates

September 5, 2025	Poster proposal submissions due
September 29, 2025	Notice of decisions
October 29, 2025	Space Research at Purdue Poster Session (5:00 PM – 6:30 PM, PMU South Ballroom)

Poster proposal criteria

Proposals will be a 500-word or less executive summary of the research. Authors should not submit completed
papers as part of their submission.

Proposals are to include the project’s contributions and approach:

• research question
• research methodology
• disciplinary field(s) to be used in reaching conclusions
• elevance and possible implications to users and/or beneficiaries of space activities (exploration, deterrence,
  sustainability, commercialization, diplomacy, etc.)
• anticipated results or conclusions

Submissions can be made at this link up through SEP 5, 2025 at NOON EDT: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6x0tjscgU3nku2y

Poster proposal review process

The Space Research Poster Session is designed to highlight the breadth and excellence of space-related research across Purdue University for an audience of visiting space community leaders. Submitted proposals will be reviewed by a committee of faculty and research staff with expertise in various disciplines. Each proposal will be evaluated for clarity, innovation, scientific rigor, and its ability to effectively communicate the impact and relevance of the work to both academic and professional audiences. Posters, if selected, are to be designed for a broad, non-academic audience. Minimal jargon and clear, concise wording are best. General guidelines for poster design will be provided upon selection to participate. The goal is to curate a compelling and diverse showcase that reflects the university’s strengths in space research and fosters engagement with leaders in the broader space community.