The Museum of the Future, a global hub dedicated to reimagining the future and shaping humanity’s next chapter will welcome NASA Administrator Senator Bill Nelson to the museum for an exclusive ‘Future Talks’ session on 5th December 2023.

This riveting session entitled ‘Space Beyond: The Future of Space Exploration’ will see Salem Humaid Al Marri, Director-General at Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), deliver the opening speech. This will be followed by NASA Administrator Senator Bill Nelson being joined by Emirati Astronauts Sultan Al Neyadi and Hazzaa Al Mansoori on the Museum of the Future’s ‘Future Talks’ stage; with all three speakers sharing their insights on the future of space exploration.

During the event, Salem Humaid Al Marri will shed light on the ground-breaking space projects undertaken by MBRSC, their investment in new technologies and the centre’s role in nurturing the new talent supporting the UAE’s mission to become a frontrunner in the global space industry. Sultan Al Neyadi, who
recently returned from a six-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will share details about the important research he conducted during his epic mission, alongside anecdotes about his time aboard the ISS whilst Hazzaa Al Mansoori who became the first Emirati astronaut to venture into space, will share his insights and perspective on the future of space exploration.

The session, moderated by Saud Karmustaji, Director of Strategic Communication at MBRSC, will transport visitors into a world where technology and space exploration intertwine, highlighting new advancements in science, technology, and innovation.

Salem Humaid Al Marri, Director-General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, said, ‘Our participation in the ‘Future Talks’, organised by the Museum of the Future, alongside our partners from NASA and the distinguished Emirati astronauts, is a living testimony to the UAE’s commitment to promoting innovation and space exploration’. We would like to express our special gratitude to
Senator Bill Nelson, NASA Administrator, for his generous presence. This session will not only be a presentation of the projects and ideas of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre but will also emphasise the importance of international cooperation in order to enhance the field of space exploration.

Source: Emirates News Agency