1st Anniversary of ISTSat-1

July 9, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Central Atrium, Instituto Superior Técnico – Oeiras Campus

On July 9, Instituto Superior Técnico will celebrate the first anniversary of ISTSat-1, the first university satellite entirely developed and built in Portugal.

Launched aboard the Ariane 6 rocket of the European Space Agency (ESA), ISTSat-1 marks a milestone in the history of higher education and scientific research in the country, bringing together the contributions of around 50 students, researchers, and faculty members throughout its development.

The commemorative event will take place at the Central Atrium of Técnico – Oeiras Campus, gathering institutional partners, space sector specialists, and members of the academic community to reflect on the work accomplished and the future challenges of aerospace engineering in Portugal.

 

Programme

 

11:00 AM | Opening Session

  • Rogério Colaço | President of Instituto Superior Técnico
  • Isaltino Morais | Mayor of Oeiras Municipality

11:15 AM | Presentation: “ISTSat-1: One Year in Orbit”

  • Rui Rocha | NanosatLab

11:45 AM | Panel Discussion: “The Future of Space in Portugal”

  • Joana Mendonça | Instituto Superior Técnico
  • Ivo Vieira | LusoSpace
  • Tiago Peres | Portuguese Space Agency
  • Moderator: João Paulo Monteiro | NanosatLab

12:30 PM | Closing Remarks

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