symposium E10

Title

IAF SYMPOSIUM ON PLANETARY DEFENSE AND NEAR-EARTH OBJECTS

Description

This symposium, organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), will address all aspects of the hazards associated with the impact of asteroids and comets on Earth and their mitigation. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of planetary defense, the symposium additionally aims to establish joint sessions with other symposiums investigating synergies and lessons learned.

IPC members

• Coordinator: Mr. Alex Karl, Space Applications Services, Belgium;

• Coordinator: Prof. Alissa J. Haddaji, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), United States;