The DPS is the world’s largest professional society of planetary scientists. The DPS represents the interests of planetary scientists at all stages of their careers. It promotes the advancement of planetary science to stakeholders including NASA and other government agencies, the public, and federal, state, and local legislatures. As your professional society, the DPS advocates on issues that affect the quality of work and educational environments.

The European Space Agency (ESA) is dedicated to the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. Established in 1975, it now has 23 Member States and for more than 50 years has promoted European scientific and industrial interests in space. ESA maintains a world-leading Science Programme with missions in heliophysics, planetary science, astrophysics, and fundamental physics.

ISSI is a scientifically independent and neutral Space- and Earth Science institute that advances science by facilitating open multi-disciplinary discourse in a stimulating environment, reaching out towards new scientific horizons.

What will you discover today? The International Planetary Data Alliance (IPDA), founded in 2006, is a closely cooperating partnership to maintain the quality and performance of data (including data formats) from planetary research using instruments in space.

Western Space is a dynamic hub of interdisciplinary activity and innovation, dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing challenges in space science and exploration. We cultivate an inclusive environment where collaborative approaches to complex problems can flourish. The institute provides leadership and programs to advance interdisciplinary research at Western and beyond, fostering capacity and excellence in the space domain.