Continuing The Journey: The Future of Human Exploration of Space

Paper number

IAC-04-P.E.1.01

Author

Mr. Marc Garneau, Canadian Space Agency, Canada

Year

2004

Abstract

Distinguished dignitaries will discuss the future of human exploration of space from a variety of national and public-interest perspectives. Never
before has this topic attracted such high level of interest. Major events that will fashion the discussion include: China’s entry into the exclusive
human space-flight club last year; the Shuttle Columbia accident; US President Bush’s announcement in January for a bold new Vision for NASA;
the success of the Spirit and Opportunity Mars Exploration Rovers and the unprecedented public interest in these missions.

Abstract document

IAC-04-P.E.1.01.pdf