A Question of Science Who Owns Space?
Oct 29, 2025
Join a stellar conversation with Carly Howett, Associate Professor of Space Instrumentation, Jill Stuart, space ethics expert, Helen Sharman, the first British astronaut, and Sanjeev Gupta, Professor of Planetary Science. They delve into who truly owns space and the implications of space tourism and asteroid mining. The panel explores the risks of space debris, the importance of international collaboration through the ISS, and whether owning a star is a reality or a scam. Ethical considerations and future conflicts in off-world colonies spark thought-provoking insights!
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Why Space Exploration Matters
- Space exploration advances knowledge, technology, and international collaboration.
- Carly Howett emphasises curiosity, inspiration, and shared scientific goals as core drivers.
Space Mirrors Geopolitics
- Space activity often reflects Earth geopolitics and is driven by political competition.
- Jill Stuart notes that historical space efforts were powered by Cold War rivalries and large budgets.
Soyuz, Mir And ISS Interdependence
- Helen Sharman recounts flying on Soyuz to Mir and explains interdependence on ISS components.
- She highlights how US and Russian modules were designed so each is essential to the other.
