Global InformationCyprus Space Exploration Organisation information
| Κυπριακός Οργανισμός Εξερεύνησης Διαστήματος | |
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 CSEO Space Research Center | |
| Abbreviation | CSEO |
|---|---|
| Formation | November 2012 |
| Type | Non-governmental |
| Legal status | Non-profit |
| Purpose | Fosters International Collaboration. Promotes Space Exploration - R&D, Education and Industry. |
| Location |
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Area served | Global |
| Fields | Space Exploration |
Membership | 1800+ members internationally, 400,000+ social media followers |
| Leader | George A Danos |
Key people | George A Danos (President), Marcello Coradini (Council Chair) |
| Website | https://www.space.org.cy |
The Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation (CSEO) is a non-governmental, nonprofit, science organisation, based in Cyprus, with a global scope of service and activities.[1][2] Its main functions are research[3] and development,[4] space advocacy,[5][4] and international cooperation[6][7] in the field of space exploration, astronautics and astronomy. Education[8] and outreach[9][10][11] are also an important part of its mission as International Astronomy Education Center (see below).
The organisation promotes and facilitates internationally scientific collaboration in space exploration, and fosters domestically collaboration with other space-faring nations in science, space and planetary missions.[1][12][13][14][15][16][17] It was founded in 2012[4] and has over 1800 registered researchers,[17] members and volunteers and over 400,000 followers on social media.[17]
Its president is George A Danos, and the chair of CSEO's “International Council” is Prof Marcello Coradini, ESA’s head of solar system and robotic exploration (1987–2010).
CSEO is the international host of:
- The International Astronomy Education Center, OAE Cyprus, of the IAU (see below),[18]
- The Mars Upper Atmosphere Network (MUAN), as international host (see below),
- The Space Innovation Laboratory, under the auspices of the International Committee on Space Research (COSPAR),
- The Moon Village Association (MVA) Management Support Office, as part of the institutional partnership between CSEO and MVA.[19][20]
CSEO is the official representative of Cyprus to:
- The Committee on Space Research (COSPAR), as Cyprus’ “National Institute” to COSPAR,[21][22]
- The International Astronomical Union (IAU), as Cyprus’ “National Member” to the IAU,[23]
- The Global Experts Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities (GEGSLA), as representative of the Republic of Cyprus,[24]
- The Moon Village Association, as institutional member and regional coordinator for Middle East, Africa and Greece,[25]
- The Mars Society, having established the national chapter – Mars Society Cyprus,[26][27]
- ActInSpace and DefInSpace as Country Lead,[28]
- Mission X, as Country Lead.[29]
CSEO is member / partner of:
- The International Astronautical Federation (IAF),[30]
- Copernicus Academy Network of EU Commission, as a founding member,[31][32] (See copernicus.eu)
- The Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute (CASI),[33]
- The Italian Mars Society.
CSEO's board and council are comprised with distinguished individuals that are highly decorated for their contribution to space exploration.[34]
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- ^ "Copernicus Academy Network: a cornerstone to build skills for sustainability, growth and jobs". European Commission - Copernicus. Second Paragraph has link that lists founding members. Archived from the original on 2017-02-20. Retrieved 2017-02-17.
- ^ "List of founding members of Copernicus Academy Network" (PDF). European Commission - Copernicus. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2017-02-20. Retrieved 2017-02-18.
- ^ "CSEO Frontpage". CSEO Website. Footer shows all official memberships with logos.
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