Space It Up!

We are pleased to announce the official presentation of the first Italian campaign for the cataloguing of extraterrestrial materials, developed within the Space It Up! project. The initiative aims to establish a unified and scientifically robust framework for the documentation, study, and accessibility of meteorites preserved in Italian museums, universities, and research institutions. By adopting national cataloguing standards and advanced digital methodologies, the campaign addresses the historical fragmentation of Italy’s meteoritic heritage and strengthens its value for research, conservation, and planetary science. Further details are available at the link below: https://lnkd.in/dS4-d7ck The campaign will be officially presented on 16 January 2026 at 3:00 PM, at the Istituto Centrale per il Catalogo e la Documentazione, Via di San Michele 18, Rome. The presentation will also be broadcast live on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dpcPCb6T An important step towards building an integrated, interoperable, and future-oriented ecosystem for extraterrestrial materials in Italy. #SpaceItUp #ExtraterrestrialMaterials #SpaceHeritage #MeteoriteResearch

Last call to register for the Space It Up! Days! If you haven’t signed up yet, this is a friendly reminder that registrations close on 16 January. Don’t miss the opportunity to take part in the first plenary event of the Space It Up! project, happening 26-28 January 2026 in Florence (Novoli campus). Three days of discussion, coordination, and exchange with project partners and the wider scientific community. 🔗Register now before the deadline: https://lnkd.in/evdZVv3t #SpaceItUp #SIUDays #ResearchEvent #ScientificCommunity #Innovation #Florence #SIUProject

🚀 We are pleased to present the spokes of the Space It Up! project. Today we introduce Spoke 3: Spoke 3 focuses on advancing next-generation sensor technologies for space-based Earth observation. Current imaging systems, including those supporting the Copernicus Emergency Management Service, provide an important contribution to disaster response and climate monitoring. However, they still rely largely on conventional, mostly monolithic satellite and sensor architectures, which limit flexibility and mission-level adaptability. As a result, system performance is often constrained by trade-offs between resolution and spatial/temporal coverage. To address these limitations, Spoke 3 explores innovative sensor concepts organized around four main research areas: • Distributed Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). • Sub-millimetre spectrometers on-chip. • Digital radar technologies. • High-performance optical imaging enabled by CubeSat platforms. Building on the space technology trend toward miniaturization and multi-satellite missions, Spoke 3 aims to enhance overall system performance while improving flexibility, robustness, and mission resilience. 🚀 Follow our channels and visit https://lnkd.in/edR5XjMW to stay updated on the latest achievements and discoveries from Italy’s space excellence. #SIU! #SPOKES

📌 Reminder: registrations are open for the Space It Up! Days (Florence, 26–28 January 2026). To confirm your participation, please complete the registration form on the event page. ✅ Important: to complete your registration, it is mandatory to email the payment receipt to siu.events@spaceitup.it 🗓️ Deadline: 16 January 2026 🔗 Event page: https://lnkd.in/evdZVv3t #SpaceItUp #SIUDays #Florence #SpaceResearch #ScientificCommunity

🚀 We are pleased to present the spokes of the Space It Up! project. Today we introduce Spoke 2: Spoke 2 focuses on advancing the technologies and methods that make space missions safer and more efficient. 🔹 Its research focuses on Digital Twins and model-based procedures to simulate, design, and optimize spacecraft, satellites, and planetary explorers, supported by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual reality. 🔹 It also promotes innovative production methods, such as additive manufacturing and smart production, enabling faster, cost-effective, and reliable fabrication of complex space components. The integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital tools into design, testing, and mission planning, bridges the physical and digital domains to improve performance and sustainability. 🔹 Finally, Spoke 2 investigates space weather effects, from radiation to space debris, forecasting hazards and ensuring spacecraft can operate safely in harsh environments. 💡 Together, these efforts foster innovation, international competitiveness, and prepares highly skilled professionals for the next generation of aerospace key players. 🚀 Follow our channels and visit https://lnkd.in/edR5XjMW to stay updated on the latest achievements and discoveries from Italy’s space excellence. #SIU! #SPOKES

📢 Registrations are now open for the Space It Up! Days 🚀 The Space It Up! Days will take place in Florence (Novoli campus) from 26 to 28 January 2026 and will represent the first plenary congress of the Space It Up! project, bringing together project partners and the wider scientific community. 🗣️ Three days dedicated to discussion, coordination, and exchange across the SIU! ecosystem. 🖼️ Poster Opportunity for Spokes Each Spoke may submit up to 17 posters, showcasing key research activities, results, and ongoing developments. 📝 Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/evdZVv3t ⏰ Registration deadline: 16 January 2026 📩 For support: siu.events@spaceitup.it #SpaceItUp #SIUDays #ResearchEvent #ScientificCommunity #Posters #Innovation #Florence #SIUProject

🚀 We are pleased to present the spokes of the Space It Up! project. Today we introduce Spoke 1: Spoke 1 advances low-TRL research and development to enable novel near-Earth and exploration missions, addressing key technological challenges across multiple mission scenarios. 🔹 Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) Applications. The objective is to lower the altitude at which Earth Observation is performed. To survive and thrive in this distinct regime, the research is focused on developing advanced materials capable of withstanding harsh environments and pioneering air-breathing propulsion systems. These are supported by fine attitude and optimal orbit control specifically tuned for low altitude operations. 🔹 Distributed Space Systems. The future of near-Earth missions relies on coordination. The focus lies on designing and testing low-TRL GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) solutions for distributed platforms and swarms. Beyond formation flying, advancements extend to technologies for in-orbit servicing, protection, and on-board processing, ensuring smarter and more sustainable space assets. 🔹 Miniaturized Platforms for Deep Space. The validity of miniaturized technologies for deep-space exploration is addressed through the development of radiation-tolerant components and the implementation of fully autonomous operations for small platforms. Furthermore, technologies for resource extraction and manipulation (ISRU) are advanced to support future space logistics. 💡 Collectively, these research lines aim to bridge the gap between low-TRL concepts and operational capabilities, paving the way for the next generation of versatile and sustainable space architectures. 🚀 Follow our channels and visit https://lnkd.in/edR5XjMW to stay updated on the latest achievements and discoveries from Italy’s space excellence. #SIU! #SPOKES

📍 SIU! Days | Florence, 26–28 January The SIU! Days, organised by the University of Florence within the Space It Up! (SIU!) project, will take place in Florence at the Novoli campus from 26 to 28 January. Three days dedicated to dialogue, coordination, and knowledge exchange across the SIU! ecosystem: 🔹 Day 1 – Talks and meetings with stakeholders 🔹 Day 2 – Thematic round tables on cross-Spoke topics 🔹 Day 3 – Coordination meetings reserved to Spoke leaders, Work Package leaders and Task leaders The event aims to strengthen collaboration among partners, present research results, promote cross-Spoke integration, and align strategic and operational perspectives within the project. 🖼️ Poster Session Opportunity During the SIU! Days, young researchers will have the opportunity to present posters showcasing their ongoing research activities. 🔜 A dedicated webpage with registration details and the full programme will be available soon on the SIU! website. https://lnkd.in/evdZVv3t

È online il numero speciale de Il Sole 24 Ore – Scenari, “Programmi e Progetti – Guida 2025”, che include un approfondimento dedicato a Space It Up!. Scopri la news e la guida completa al link: https://lnkd.in/djfv6tUp #SIU

Space It Up! played a prominent role at CEAS-AIDAA 2025 in Torino, with approximatly 30 presentations, engaging in plenary sessions, and hosting its own booth. The booth enabled spoke members to connect and welcomed newcomers curious to learn about the project and Space It Up SCARL. Full news here: https://lnkd.in/dhtwP7me #spaceitup #conference #dissemination