Space Ethics

How should humanity act as it expands into space?

Join the Summer School in Space Ethics at the University of Padua and explore the moral challenges of our presence beyond Earth.
By participating in classes, you will build a strong foundation in applied ethics and address key topics such as space debris, dual-use technologies, and space colonization.
You will engage in debates about the future of nanosatellite constellations, planetary protection, and space as a shared resource, and learn how to balance innovation with responsibility in an increasingly crowded and contested space environment.
Durante the visit to the Asiago Space Observatory, you will have the opportunity to discuss with scientists on the ethical frontiers of space research.
Galileo Galilei's legacy will be there to be explored through immersive visits to historical sites related to his discoveries.
A unique combination of critical thinking, science, and cultural heritage awaits you.
This Summer School is ideal for students, researchers and professionals who are passionate about the future of space.

Join us to help shape space exploration responsibly and ethically.