Websites
Space Flight Laboratory | Univ. of Toronto Instit. for Aerospace Studies
This university-based organization that's "building Canada's future in space" developes small satellites and flight payloads for a wide range of space research applications. They also utilize graduate students in their endeavors, help arrange university-developed payload launches, and provide hands-on training.
"Meet the Entrepreneurs" of the Commercial Human Spaceflight Industry | CSF
The Commercial Spaceflight Federation is the industry association site for the commercial human spaceflight industry which now includes about 20 companies. Each of the CEOs of these companies are profiled on this section of their site.
Teachers in Space
"Imagine thousands of astronaut teachers, in schools all across the country, sharing their spaceflight knowledge and experiences with millions of students. This vision could become a reality within the next ten years. Private companies are now developing a new generation of reusable space vehicles, which will dramatically improve safety and reduce the cost of human spaceflight. In the next few years, these vehicles will allow many thousands of people to fly to the edge of space.
The Teachers in Space program is working with many of these new spaceflight companies to make sure that teachers are among those who have a chance to go." "The first step in the Teachers in Space journey has been the selection of a small group of “Pathfinders” who will lead the way for the large numbers of astronaut teachers who follow. These Pathfinders were announced on July 20, 2009, and will be the first astronaut teachers to fly in space and return to the classroom.
SpacePolicyOnline.com: News, Information & Analysis
SpacePolicyOnline.com is a website of the Space and Technology Policy Group, LLC, Arlington, VA led by Marcia S. Smith, an expert in Space Policy. It provides news, information and analysis about the policy aspects of the full scope of the U.S. space program -- civil (NASA, NOAA, FAA/OCST, and other civil agencies), military (DOD and the intelligence community), and commercial -- as well as international space activities and space law. Many excellent websites already exist about NASA's space activities, but the space program is much more than NASA.
Space Camp Turkey
"As a space and science education center, Space Camp Turkey is primarily focused on motivating young people from around the world in pursuing careers in science, math and technology. Through interactive, space-related simulations, both youth and adults also learn about communication, teamwork and leadership in a dynamic, fun-filled environment." "Programs at Space Camp Turkey focus on simulators to give participants the sensations of working and living in space. We pack years of mission training into 2-Day, 5-Day and 6-Day programs." This is only facility of its kind in the Middle East and is fully-certified by the US-based Space Camp organization.
Calendar & Review of Commercial Space Events | Commercial Space Wiki
This links to a regularly-updated list of online event info relevant to commercial space. It also includes special annual overviews of this market by Clark Lindsey of HobbySpace.com.
Discovery Space: Next Generation
For those interested in what the next generation of "spaced-out student scientists" are doing to educate themselves for, get hands-on experience in, collaborate with, and generally get ready to take over space exploration and development, check out this "Next Generation" site. It is sponsored by the Discovery Channel and hosts a group of guest bloggers who are up to their ears in space-related adventures. It promises a future that's enough to get the endorphins flowing.
The Canadian Space Commerce Association
“The Canadian Space Commerce Association is a collaboration of Canadian entrepreneurs interested in the commercial opportunities available in the development of space and opening the space frontier. The CSCA exists to advance a favorable economic, legal and political environment for Canadian entrepreneurs in this field, and to promote positive public recognition of the socioeconomic benefits to all Canadians from investing in this development.” Their annual meeting is scheduled for Mar 19, 2009, in Toronto, Canada.
SpaceJobs
“Spacejobs.com, is the Internet’s largest resource for space, aerospace and defense talent. With over 13,000 resumes and 450 companies online, Spacejobs.com is the most targeted, efficient and cost-effective way to fill your job requirements.”
Near Earth, LCC
Near Earth is a leading provider of investment banking and advisory services to companies and investors in the satellite, media and telecom sectors. See their analysis of the current financial situation, current trends and near-term implications for this special market sector.