@AIMLawg - anyone near to Houston who could attend?
https://nexus.rice.edu/events/in-space-physical-ai-workshop
RSVP: https://luma.com/ixae1s05
The frontier of space is expanding, and Physical AI is the engine driving this next great leap. We are thrilled to invite you to the In-Space Physical AI Workshop, a premier two-day event bringing together the brightest minds from industry, government, and academia to explore the cutting edge of autonomous space missions.
Event Details:
Dates: Wednesday, February 11 – Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: The Ion, 4201 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
Organized by: Rice Nexus in collaboration with Purdue University, Vanderbilt University, and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Why Attend?
This workshop is a unique opportunity to engage with leading space #AI #startups and government sponsors as they showcase the latest advancements and future directions of the space economy. Whether you are looking for networking opportunities or want to see live demos from commercial vendors, this event is designed for those at the intersection of #AI and #aerospace.
Featured Keynote Speakers:
We are honored to host industry visionaries who are defining the path forward:
Matt Ondler: Chief Strategy Officer for Aegis Aerospace Inc. and Strategic Advisor for Axiom Space.
Steve Smith: Director of Flight Systems at Blue Origin.
Thierry Klein: President of Nokia Bell Labs Solutions Research
Ajay Malshe: Purdue University College of Engineering
Program Highlights:
Our agenda features expert-led discussions and panels on the most critical topics in the field:
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Missions to #Mars: Exploring AI #autonomy both independently of and in support of humans.
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#LEO & #CisLunar Economy: Focusing on the strategic economic presence, including data centers and AI-driven healthcare.
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Defending the #Homeland: Insights into missile defense and AI-augmented operations with leaders from United States Space Force and Lockheed Martin.
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#International Collaboration: Conversations on global participation in the space economy.