The Polish Astrobiological Society is a group of people interested in space research and exploration. The Society was established as a grassroots movement in response to the need to increase public awareness of the existence and role of Astrobiology. The PTS AstroBio includes representatives of not only biology, physics, chemistry and other exact sciences, but also lawyers and artists. The Society’s members promote the ideas of large-scale cooperation and Renaissance humanism. They operate not only in strictly scientific fields, but also popularize science, literature and art. They participate in many popular science events, sharing their knowledge. AstroBio experts are frequent guests in the media, during programs related to scientific topics. As patrons, they support the development of young people and their interests.

During the ERC, experts from PTS AstroBio will present how to study planets outside the solar system (interactive model), what information can be obtained thanks to remote sensing methods and how to grow plants in space.

PWN Scientific Publishing House is a reliable supplier of knowledge in the academic, professional, educational and popular science fields. It has a wide range of topics for every age category. With an emphasis on innovation, PWN cooperates with the best specialists and research centers, developing activities related to the publication of books, e-books and audiobooks. Focusing on preparation of training and educational offers, Publishing House creates specialist knowledge portals and offers online IBUK Libra reading room for people who prefer less traditional forms of acquiring knowledge.

At the PWN stand you will be able to learn more about the publisher’s new releases and bestsellers, as well as purchase many interesting, inspiring books for youth and adults.

Mini Melts is not just an ice cream brand, but a true journey into the world of children’s magic. With its colorful, globular ice cream, prepared using innovative liquid nitrogen cryogenic freezing technology at -197°C, Mini Melts offers intense flavors without water or bubbles. New vegan variants such as Peach Passion Fruit, Oranada, Pina Colada and Tutti Frutti delight children and adults alike.

The colorful Mini Melts food truck, known as Kulkolot, arrives at various locations in Poland, creating joyful chillout and relaxation zones. In these friendly spaces, families can enjoy delicious ice cream while spending time in an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and fun together. Mini Melts is more than just ice cream – it’s a way to bring back the magic of real childhood to children through a taste experience and a moment of joy in the fresh air.

DLR German Aerospace Center is the German research center for aeronautics, transport and energy as well as security and defence research. Founded in 1969 in the Federal Republic of Germany. Its branches are located in many cities in Germany, but its headquarters is in Cologne.

In its work, DLR Space Administration concentrates on a number of eminent projects and missions in space research. In consultation with science, industry, and the European Space Agency (ESA) it implements key national and international projects covering all core areas of space research.

Climate, mobility and technology are changing globally. DLR uses the expertise of its 11,000 emplyees in 54 research institutes and facilities to develop solutions to these challenges. DLR develops technologies for a sustainable future. By transferring technology, DLR contributes to strengthening Germany’s position as a prime location for research and industry.

During ERC we will have an rare opportunity to see the MMX rover and learn more about its coming mission.

The Japanese space agency JAXA’s MMX space probe will study the two martian moons Deimos and Phobos in detail from orbit and collect material samples from Phobos for the first time during a short landing manoeuvre. It will also carry the MMX rover from DLR and CNES and set it down on Phobos. The expected findings should help us to better understand the formation of the martian moons and the planets in the Solar System. The ambitious project is expected to be launched from the Japanese spaceport Tanegashima in 2026.
The MMX rover will fulfil several tasks on Phobos: Firstly, it will provide important findings in preparation for the landing of the mother craft. Secondly, it will analyse the surface composition and texture at selected locations.

Visit stand of DLR Team and learn more!

SMT Edukacja invites you to the largest exhibition of LEGO® Technic models in Poland, part of which is an exhibition illustrating the exploration of Mars using models built from blocks. The exhibition is combined with a description of the tasks, construction and operation of rovers. SMT Edukacja also organizes interactive workshops on topics related to mechanics, introducing children and young people to the world of structures present in everyday life. Educators show ways of solving mechanical problems and explain the principles of operation of devices or machines around us, at the same time giving children the opportunity to build them themselves.

During ERC, young and older audience will have the opportunity to learn about the history and current exploration of Mars using models built from LEGO® bricks. Learn about the construction and operation of Mars rovers and take part in workshops on measuring environmental parameters.

Mars Society Polska (MSP) is an independent branch of The Mars Society, which creates a global network of Martian organizations focused on the idea of research, exploration and colonization of Mars.
MSP has been active since 1999. It focuses on developing its own projects and cooperation with other organizations in Poland and abroad. In the initial period, the main effort of MSP was placed on the development of the Martian MPV pressurized vehicle project for the competition organized by The Mars Society.
MSP initiated and supported the first architectural projects of Martian bases in Poland. Members and associates of MSP participated in the Red Rover Goes to Mars competition and the Spirit and Opportunity Mars rover control program (at JPL in the US), in analog missions at MDRS and Flashline Arctic Research Station. They took an active part in supporting actions for Poland’s accession to the European Space Agency and the establishment of the Polish Space Agency.

Actions taken by MSP increased, among the students at Polish universities, the popularity of Mars rovers construction and participation in international competitions. Already in 2007, one of the MSP members designed and built simple models of planetary robots AMPB 1.0 and AMPB 2.0. They inspired the team to construct a robot and as a first Polish team Skarabeusz (MSP + PW) take part in the URC Mars rover competition in 2009. In 2010 the Magma rover (MSP + PB) won the 3rd place, and in 2011 the Magma2 rover (MSP + PB) won the URC competition. Since then, teams from Polish universities have dominated these competitions. They regularly win or take places on the podium.

After a promotional campaign at universities in 2013, MSP organized the first edition of the European Rover Challenge (ERC) in Poland one year later. Since then, it has been its co-organizer or partner making a significant contribution to the organization of the competition. MSP is responsible for the design and construction of MarsYard and installations required for the ERC tasks. Members of Mars Society Polska are part of the organizational, judging and scientific team.

MSP implements, plans further Martian projects and invites everyone who is close to the idea of manned exploration and colonization of Mars to cooperate and to visit its stand at the Exhibitors Zone.

LibreCube develops and publishes open source hardware and software for space exploration. Its team want to make space accessible to everyone! They believe that space exploration is in the interest of all humankind and everyone with interest in space should be given the means to learn and contribute to it.

LibreCube starts small. That is, small in size, but not in vision. Its systems are inspired from the modular CubeSat standard (www.cubesat.org), which sparked a revolution in making space more accessible. LibreCube’s team create an ecosystem of modular components (such as electrical power systems, navigation modules, onboard computers) that can be assembled together to form systems for space (and Earth!) exploration, such as satellites, drones, rover, and more!

Exchanging files with the rover using the same space protocols as ESA’s JUICE and EUCLID missions. Running an automated script on the rover that follows ESA space standard. Using blocky visual programming language to control the rover movement are within your reach!

On LibreCube’s stand you will be able to take part in an interactive demonstrations showing how to control rovers, which are powered by space communication protocols.

The Polish Space Agency (POLSA) is an executive agency of the Ministry of Development and Technology, established in 2014. Its mission is to support the Polish space industry by implementing the priorities of the Polish Space Strategy. POLSA cooperates with international agencies and state administration in the field of space research and use of outer space. Agency is responsible for the promotion of the Polish space sector in Poland and abroad. POLSA conducts also activities related to information and education on the use of satellite technologies (including navigation, observation and communication) in the economy, administration and everyday life.

At the POLSA stand, you will be able to learn more about the Agency’s activities. Take part in shows and experiments popularizing knowledge about space, see interesting animations and learn about the activities of student clubs cooperating with the Polish Space Agency. POLSA representatives will take part also in debates and the work of the ERC competition jury.

MCDR – Robotic Parts Warehouse is a leader in the field of providing specialized electronics with a focus on the robotics industry. Its mission is not only to supply the market with high-quality components, but also to support technological development and the expansion of the robotics community. MCDR proudly serves its customers as a bridge between innovation and real-world applications, pushing the boundaries of possibility.

Founded by a team of experts with years of experience in robotics, MCDR quickly became synonymous with trust and quality in the world of technology. Understanding that success in the field of robotics requires not only advanced components, but also a partner who knows the specifics of this industry inside out.

MCDR offers a wide range of products and services that are tailored to various needs and applications – from home to professional projects. The company strives to ensure that its innovative solutions and reliable components enable the creation of technologically advanced robots that will meet even the most demanding expectations.

At the MCDR stand in the ERC Exhibitors’ Zone, children will be able to take part in robot soldering training and a robot fighting competition.

The Podkarpackie Innovation Center’s main goal is to combine science with business. PCI’s activities are based on three platforms: platform one: focused on financing research and development projects, platform two: supporting the implementation of scientific and research projects, and platform three: aimed at students developing their creative ideas. PCI cooperates with universities, organizations and associations in the region to create a common startup ecosystem, supporting scientists in the process of implementing their ideas.

During the ERC, you will be able to learn more about the offer of the Podkarpackie Innovation Center and PCI ProtoLab (development programs, networking meetings, training, workshops and technical labs), see projects created by PCI users and sign up for the NASA Space Apps Challenge Stalowa Wola 2024 hackathon.

The hackathon will take place on October 5 and 6 in Stalowa Wola. It is an opportunity for creators, programmers, scientists, designers and innovators, but also for artists and humanities. The best teams will compete for the NASA distinction. The prize pool is already close to PLN 60,000!

Edu4Industry deals with consulting and sales of didactic and research stands in the fields of automation, robotics and related disciplines. Thanks to their systems, it is possible to conduct experimental research faster and better educate future engineers.

At the Edu4Industry stand you will be able to see, among others: the Unitree robo-dog, driving robots, small robot arms.

Student Astronautical Club (SKA) is a scientific group operating at the Faculty of Mechanical, Power and Aeronautical Engineering of the Warsaw University of Technology. Currently, it is the largest club at the university and brings together over 200 members working in three sections: Robotics, Rocket and Balloon. In parallel to the activities in the sections, satellite projects are being created (PW-Sat, PW-Sat 2 and currently PW-Sat3), as well as experiments in cooperation with Polish and international organizations such as the Space Research Center of the Polish Academy of Sciences, the European Space Agency or the Swiss Space Center. Thanks to its achievements, the SKA is recognizable in the space and aviation sector in Poland, as well as among academic communities.

On the SKA’s stand will be presented: a model of the first Polish satellite PW-Sat and its subsequent iterations, which focus on solving the problem of space debris. A FOK guided rocket with a vision navigation system. A device for creating a three-dimensional map of UV radiation in the troposphere and stratosphere (BX27 LUSTRO).

PUT RocketLab is a student research group at the Poznan University of Technology involved in research and development of rocket engines and sounding rocket systems. Its members design, build, and test rocket technologies. PUT Rocketlab brings together almost 70 students from almost all faculties of the University, such as: Automatics, Robotics, Electronics and Telecommunications, Informatics, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Safety Engineering, Mechanics and Machine Design, Mechatronics, Aviation and Astronautical Engineering and Engineering Management.

In 2021 and 2023, the team won 1st place in the 30k Hybrid category at the Spaceport America Cup competition.

At the PUT RocketLab stand, you will be able to see one of their designs – a HEXA family rocket.

Kosmiczna Akademia (Space Academy) is an educational project created by enthusiasts Beata Tylman-Nowakowska and Robert Nowakowski, members of the Polish Society of Amateur Astronomers, branch in Warsaw. The main goal of this innovative program is to expand knowledge of astronomy and related fields of science in order to better understand the universe and how it works. Space Academy offers an extraordinary cognitive adventure for children, teenagers and adults, passing on knowledge about the structure of the Universe, Solar System, Sun, planets (including the Earth), but also inspiring participants to discover the unknown and combine various fields of science. Through interactive workshops such as #CopernicusLAB, the project focuses on teaching in the STREAM (Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) methodology, where experimentation, knowledge sharing, inspiration and shared experience are key. Workshops and lectures offered by the Space Academy allow participants to deepen their knowledge of space, using a variety of techniques and tools, such as telescopes, planet models, computer simulations, modern technologies and scientific experiments. Through interactive presentations and hands-on assignments, participants have the opportunity to solve problems in astronomy and related fields while broadening their horizons. The instructors create a friendly and inspiring environment that stimulates the creativity and curiosity of the participants. The Space Academy is not limited to the scientific aspect of its activity. The project also aims to develop courage and motivate participants to pursue their dreams through inspiring stories about their own experiences, as well as about space explorers, astronauts, engineers and scientists. The Space Academy is more than just an educational program. It is a passion that flows from the hearts of creators and the desire to share it with others. The organizers strive to make every participant feel ready to conquer cosmic mysteries, awakening in them a love for science, curiosity about the world and courage to make their dreams come true, no matter how distant they may seem.

At the Space Academy stand, the ERC audience will be able to take part in e.g. inspiring workshops, VR space education zone with presentations on astronomy and the space sector, e.g. Apollo 11 Quest, flight and tour of the ISS, missions to Mars, preparations for the Artemis mission or a space shuttle flight simulator. Observations of the Sun and Moon, as well as night observations of stars, nebulae and galaxies (if weather permits).

Oprogramowanie Naukowo-Techniczne Sp. z o.o. is the exclusive Polish distributor of MathWorks products – the provider of MATLAB and Simulink software used by engineers all over the world.

The company operates in the field of licensing, sale of measurement and control equipment as well as tools for prototyping and simulation in real time, it also provides design and training services related to the use of MATLAB and Simulink software packages. ONT grants software licenses, organizes scientific and technical events, including thematic conferences with the participation of Polish and foreign specialists.

The ONT exhibition stand will feature MathWorks software, i.e. MATLAB and Simulink, tools supporting engineering calculations and designing systems in the Model-Based Design methodology. You will also be able to get acquainted e.g. with robotic manipulator, the built-in pulse detection system.

Additionally, as part of this year’s edition of ERC, one of the tasks for rovers competing in the competition will be the use of a drone and MathWorks tools.

RED 4 MARS project aims to develop rubber that will withstand Martian conditions to enable an exploration of its surface as a basis for future settlement and to provide safety and comfort for the future Martian transportation system. Based on this, the designed rubber could be utilized in many related applications like Martian suits, shoes, cable covers, inflatable structural elements, and sealing gaskets.

RED 4 MARS team on their stand will present a movie about the project. You will be able to compere properties of reference rubber and newly developed Mars rubber, see ingredients used for rubber compound manufacturing and understand testing methods of rubber for Mars.

LYOFOOD is a Polish producer specializing in premium freeze-dried meals, fruit and vegetable powders, smoothies and sports drinks. The menu caters to vegan, vegetarian and meat diets, and offers high-quality alternatives for consumers with food allergies. LYOFOOD uses a unique freeze-drying technology that preserves 97% of natural vitamins and nutrients. The Polish brand has received numerous international awards, including the prestigious Gold OutDoor Industry Award.

The LYOFOOD stand will host a tasting of freeze-dried food and fruit, as well as a presentation of freeze-dried food suitable for space conditions.

MAB Robotics concentrate on topics connected to walking robots and drive solutions for mobile robots. MAB’s main product is the four-legged Honey Badger robot, created for inspection of underground industrial infrastructure, such as heating networks or water and sewage channels. The company also produces its own drive controllers available for customers in the field of mobile robotics around the world.

The MAB Robotics team will organize interactive presentations using a walking robot and the operation of waterproof robot drives within ERC Exhibitors Zone.

ESERO Space Education Resource Offices were established on the initiative of the European Space Agency. They were created in 22 European countries to introduce space topics to primary and secondary schools in ESA member countries, and to inspire young people to choose engineering or science-related careers in the future. The Copernicus Science Center is the coordinator of the ESERO programme in Poland.

The Copernicus Science Center is a cultural institution with mission to support learning people in building knowledge based on personal experience. In particular, facilitating the understanding of the nature of the phenomena and processes that surround us with the use of modern teaching methods tailored to the student. This goal is pursued, among others, by creating and disseminating valuable didactic solutions, conducting educational programs and supporting discussions on the development of education. The organizers of the Copernicus Science Center are the Ministry of Education and Science and the Capital City of Warsaw.
In the ERC exhibitors zone, the Copernicus Science Center’s team will present, among others: CanSat project – a scientific probe in the size of a beverage can. This simple experiment related to space materials will allow our audience to understand what material is the best for building, for example, a spacecraft. You will also learn how fins affect the flight of rockets, how to explain Kepler’s second law and how to make simple space models from recycled materials.

ESERO-Polska educators will offer the ERC audience a series of interactive, inspiring workshops and shows.

The Association of Astronomer Maria Kunic educates young people in the field of astronomy and astronautics using a radio telescope with a diameter of 13 m (the third largest in Poland) and popularizes the achievements of the Polish astronomer Maria Kunic, who lived in the 17th century. The aim of the Association is to translate her work “Urania Propitia”. Some of American scholars regard it as the most outstanding work of its time, written by a woman at the highest technical level. Members of the Association also plan to write a biography of Maria Kunic.

At the Association’s stand, you can expect shows on astronomy, astronautics and space exploration, such as the JUICE mission, the RT13 radio telescope and Maria Kunic’s work “Urania Propitia”. Children will also have the opportunity to wear an astronaut suit and take a picture.

3Dconnexion creates unique solutions for designers which speed up and improve their work in CAD and 3D applications: 3D controllers SpaceMouse, CadMouse and keyboards. At the 3Dconnexion booth you will be able to try out all the products, talk to the company representatives and find out more about interesting educational and commercial offers. For the European Rover Challenge 2024 event 3Dconnexion has prepared special raffle with prizes!

CASSINI Matchmaking brings startups, scaleups and SMEs to start a conversation with corporates and investors to accelerate their business. Startups, scaleups and SMEs benefit from CASSINI Matchmaking step-by-step support in the preparation for the matchmaking with investors and corporates. Investors and corporates benefit from the preselected pool of cutting-edge companies and are presented with streamlined and to-the-point collaboration opportunities from venture capital funding to industrial partnerships. This way, CASSINI Matchmaking supports corporates and investors to expand their range of opportunities and enable startups, scaleups and SMEs to increase their revenue, securing new customers and accessing new markets.

Visit the CASSINI Matchmaking stand to learn more, and make an appointment for 1-on-1 meeting with the experts on ERC-Startup website.

Rzeszów IT Group (RzIT) brings together the Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Science Club and the “ROBO” Automation and Robotics Specialists Science Club operating at the Rzeszów University of Technology. The RzIT’s activity focuses mainly on constructing robots and designing printed circuit boards with particular use of RFID. The Group also organizes shows and exhibitions thematically related to its activities. The RzIT co-organize the largest robotics competition in Poland – the XChallenge International Robotics Competition.

The Rzeszów IT Group’s stand will present robotic constructions made by their students. As part of the shows, ERC audience will be able to ride remote-controlled robots, watch the 3D printing process and observe drones made by the RzIT’s students in movement, and take part in robot fights as well. A lot of knowledge and fun awaits the ERC audience at the RzIT stand!

Digital Dialog is an association established in 2016. It operates in the field of digital education (learning programming, robotics, security), STEAM – related to an innovative design approach and competences of the future. It supports schools, teachers, parents, educators and children.

The Digital Dialogue carries out projects related to increasing the level of digital competences, conducts trainings and webinars about programming and use of information and communication technologies in the education of children and adults, and create educational materials. The Association runs the Non-Public Teacher Training Center Digital Dialogue, and the Primary and High School DobraTu as well.

The Digital Dialogue’s stand will become experimentation and experience zone during ERC. Feel invited to work with educational robots, and to DIY studio where using different materials (including engineering components) you will be able to build a car, hydraulic system or tower.

AGH Space Systems is a student construction team at the AGH University of Krakow, dealing with the development of space industry technologies. Their activity is focused on building sounding rockets, Mars rovers and stratospheric balloon gondolas.

Projects created by them take part in competitions around the world, including in the United States and India, winning places on the podium. Research conducted by team members is published and presented at scientific conferences and industry events in Poland and abroad. The AGH Space System team is also involved in events related to the popularization of science, cooperation with the Children’s University or conducting workshops during the Małopolska Researchers’ Night, and co-organization of charity events as well.

In the exhibitors’ zone, the AGH Space Systems team will present their achievements and projects and talk about how they impact the student’s career development.

The ARP E-VEHICLES electric bus is the result of many years of research and conceptual work by an experienced team of Polish engineers and designers from RAFAKO EBUS.

The first Polish zero-emission bus with battery under the chassis. A project created for the sake of air purity and noise reduction from the environment. The innovative placement of the battery and the dimensions of the vehicle guarantee its maneuverability, making it easier to maneuver, improve traction parameters and drive safety. The reduced vehicle weight and lightweight design have increased the range of E-bus by as much as 10%! LTO cells provide 90% charge after just 15 minutes. The lightweight stainless steel frame and polyester laminates ensure the safety of passengers and drivers. The synchronous motor with permanent magnets guarantees reliability, better performance and increased range of the vehicle. The vehicle is adapted to carry disabled people.

In the ERC Exhibitors’ Zone you will be able to see the first Polish zero-emission bus, talk to experts and take a ride in it around the area.

Drone Design Lab is a geotech startup passionate about aerospace and modern GIS teaching methods. Its goal is to provide a Drone-as-a-Service solution for small-scale agri-food businesses and industries, focusing on rural development and water/soil management.

At Drone Design Lab’s stand you will be able to learn how to program a drone using Java and Python scripts, operate a drone from your tablet or mobile, and practice how to use GIS for nature protection.

Husarion is a mobile robot manufacturer operating on the international market for over 10 years. Its autonomous mobile platforms based on ROS 2 are used in research and commercial projects in sectors such as agriculture, construction, mining and logistics. How does it work? Husarion sells mobile platforms with autonomy and communication systems, on the basis of which companies and research institutes build their own solutions for a specific application.

Two mobile robots will be presented at the Husarion’s stand: Panthera – an outdoor platform, adapted to move in difficult terrain, used in agriculture, construction, mining and logistics. ROSbota XL – an indoor platform, intended primarily for research and development projects. Both robots will be remotely controlled, the audience will be also able to watch a visualization of data from the lidar and camera mounted on the robots.

SatLab AGH is a student ‘s engineering team established in 2023 with the aim of building facilities at AGH that will enable launching satellites into space. Members of the club are currently developing the HYPE project – the smallest Polish satellite, which is going to be launched into orbit in October 2024. The HYPE satellite, built in the PocketQube standard, has dimensions of 5x5x5 cm.

It will carry an innovative miniaturized UV-VIS spectroscope, which will allow for the analysis of light pollution, volcanic ash, and the observation of forest degradation. An additional instrument will also be a small camera directed at a screen mounted on one of the satellite’s walls – the equivalent of a space selfie stick, which will allow for taking a photo of HYPE against the background of the Earth, along with the material presented on the display. Thanks to these tools, the project will provide students with not only an unique opportunity to gain extremely valuable experience, but will also be an advanced scientific and educational tool.

The ERC audience will have the opportunity to see the smallest Polish satellite HYPE and learn more about its construction and operation, as well as about the next plans of SatLab AGH.

Kielce University of Technology is a modern university offering education in 21 fields of study and over 60 specializations. Students as well as research and teaching staff can use over 130 well-equipped laboratories, the unique Centre for Laser Metal Technologies for conducting research in the field of laser and plasma technologies, the CENWIS Scientific and Implementation Centre, a library, a new educational and sports hall, a multifunctional athletics stadium and six dormitories. For many years the Kielce University of Technology has been focusing on cooperation with industry and economic environment institutions. Good contacts with the business community make university graduates willingly employed by employers.

At its stand, the Kielce University of Technology will organize a creativity zone to which invites both, children and adults.

Kraina Twórczości (Glob of Creators) helps children discover the world, their passions and abilities through play. Under the supervision of experienced instructors, children develop manual skills using Lego Education, learn programming and algorithms using Scratch and Python. They learn about electronics through Arduino and RaspberryPi workshops, develop spatial imagination through modeling and 3D printing. They take part in the challenges of the European Space Agency confirmed by certificates. The instructors of the Glob of Creators also provide career counseling through engineering workshops, e.g. at Mitsubishi Electric, training for teachers and year-round lesson plans in cooperation with I-Lab, and develop communication with AI by creating prompts for generating graphics. An English version of all offered classes has also been created, they can be found on the website www.globcreators.com

At the Kraina Twórczości stand, for children and youth awaits many attractions for e.g. the youngest 1 to 5 years old, with their families, will be able to build a “City of the Future” with a moving Lego Duplo train. Older children will be able to create an “Orbital Story” in the form of a rotating plate, controlled by Lego Education. There will be presented also an exhibition of books on space topics, which are the result of the “AI Books Creating” workshops for children and young people under the patronage of IBBY Polish Section.

The Dzika Foundation supports the development of an open civil society, promotes democratic ideas, environmental protection and eco-development, and organizes new forms of popularizing these ideas. The main project of the Foundation is the Free Democratic School – the Dzika School in Tychy, which is created by a community of adults and children, based on the ideas of deep democracy. The Foundation shows through its activities that change in education is possible and should be directed towards building self-organizing and self-learning communities. The economic activity of the Foundation – as a Social Enterprise – focuses on conducting educational and workshop classes for children and adults. For many years, the Foundation has managed a space lab, where classes are held within the broadly understood Space Education and Astronomy.

The ambitions of establishing and creating the Space Educational Base – KoBaE – a research and educational space with particular emphasis on biological, space and engineering sciences (the idea of living Space Education in a narrative set in a lunar habitat) grew out of the workshop. The Foundation invited the Global STEM Initiative Chapter of Poland to cooperate and co-create the KoBaE space. This is a branch of an American non-profit organization that aims to promote STEM education in developing countries. The Polish branch of GSI, which was established in mid-2023, focuses on international cooperation, substantively supporting initiatives such as space mission simulations and space education in Poland and around the world.

The Lunar Lab is a workshop approach to broadly understood Space Education. It focuses on research methodology, solving a scientific problem, accepting or rejecting a hypothesis, and on results and conclusions that will allow for the improvement of activities conducted in the space mission workshop in the future. The Lunar Lab is the space, on the surface of which lunar rovers built of Lego blocks move remotely, carrying out the tasks of workshop participants. It is a combination of materials engineering, robotics, astrobiology and astronomy.

Global STEM Initiative Chapter of Poland in cooperation with Mars Society Canada has prepared lesson plans, which will be held next year in the educational Habitat created by MSC and during this year’s edition of ERC. The workshops will cover issues such as: construction of lunar and Martian bases, astronaut training, experiments conducted on space stations, organization and purpose of space mission simulations on Earth.

In the ERC 2024 Exhibitors’ Zone, the Space Educational Base – KoBaE and the Global STEM Initiative Chapter of Poland will jointly conduct astrobiology and astrochemistry workshops, during which participants will examine the effect of low temperature on freshwater organisms and test the properties of gases that may co-create the microatmosphere of moons or exoplanets.